Phexxi Vaginal pH Modulator Contraceptive Gel from Japan
Phexxi is a non-hormonal prescription gel that raises vaginal pH to immobilize sperm. Contains lactic acid/sodium hydroxide but functions as spermicidal-type contraceptive. Covered under broad spermicide provision of HTS 3006.60.00.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6215%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Rx status differentiates from OTC spermicides; verify marketing authorization
• pH reversion mechanism documentation confirms contraceptive action
• Lactic acid concentration prevents food/acid classification