Povidone-Iodine Adhesive Island Dressing from Japan
An island-style adhesive dressing with a central pad impregnated with povidone-iodine antiseptic for surgical incision care. Classified in HTS 3005.10.10.00 for its adhesive layer and pharmaceutical antiseptic impregnation in retail medical forms.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Test for iodine stability as unmixed product per Chapter note 3(a); document pharma purity
• Avoid exclusion as 3301 distillate; prove medical bandage purpose
• Individual sterile packs aid customs verification