VCF Vaginal Contraceptive Film Spermicide

VCF is a thin film containing nonoxynol-9 spermicide that dissolves vaginally to immobilize sperm. Put up in measured doses for contraceptive use. Directly classifiable in HTS 3006.60.00.00 as spermicide-based chemical preparation per Chapter Note.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇨🇦CanadaFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3402Higher: 13.7% vs Free

If imported as bulk surface-active preparations without contraceptive claims

Spermicides are surfactants but Chapter 30 note excludes general soap/detergent classification when for contraception.

3824.99Higher: 15% vs Free

If nonoxynynol-9 imported as industrial chemical intermediate

Bulk preparations of organic chemicals fall in 3824 absent specific pharmaceutical put-up.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Spermicides follow OTC monograph; verify nonoxynol-9 concentration meets specs

• Film format must show measured contraceptive dosing

• Avoid bulk chemical classification; consumer packaging confirms Chapter 30

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Ortho Tri-Cyclen Birth Control Pills

Ortho Tri-Cyclen is an oral contraceptive containing a combination of norgestimate (a progestin from heading 2937) and ethinyl estradiol (a hormone). It prevents ovulation and alters cervical mucus to inhibit sperm penetration. Classified under HTS 3006.60.00.00 as a chemical contraceptive preparation based on hormones and heading 2937 products.

Plan B One-Step Emergency Contraceptive

Plan B One-Step contains levonorgestrel, a progestin hormone from heading 2937, in a single-dose tablet to prevent pregnancy post-unprotected sex. It delays ovulation via hormonal mechanism. Falls under HTS 3006.60.00.00 for hormone-based chemical contraceptives.

Seasonique Extended-Cycle Birth Control

Seasonique provides 91-day cycles with levonorgestrel/ethinyl estradiol hormones to reduce periods. Extended regimen via heading 2937 progestins. HTS 3006.60.00.00 for hormone-based contraceptives.

NuvaRing Vaginal Contraceptive Ring

NuvaRing is a flexible ring releasing etonogestrel (progestin, 2937) and ethinyl estradiol locally for 3 weeks. Provides steady hormone delivery for contraception. Chapter Note 6(h) places polymer devices with hormones in HTS 3006.60.00.00.

Conceptrol Nonoxynol-9 Gel Spermicide

Conceptrol contraceptive gel with 4% nonoxynol-9 spermicide in measured-dose applicators. Disrupts sperm motility and viability. Spermicide preparations explicitly covered by HTS 3006.60.00.00.

Aviane Generic Birth Control Pills

Aviane is the generic equivalent of Alesse, containing levonorgestrel (2937 progestin) and ethinyl estradiol. Low-dose monophasic formulation for daily contraception. HTS 3006.60.00.00 for hormone contraceptives.