Hydrocolloid Wound Dressing Pads from Japan
Self-adhesive hydrocolloid dressings impregnated with pharmaceutical gel for moist wound healing in blisters and abrasions. Packaged in sterile retail envelopes for medical and surgical use, they qualify under HTS 3005.90.50 due to pharmaceutical impregnation and retail presentation. Ideal for home care of minor wounds.
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
• Provide material safety data sheets confirming pharmaceutical gel composition to support Chapter 30 classification
• Ensure sterile packaging integrity during shipping to prevent customs holds for contamination risks