Vicks VapoRub Petroleum Jelly from Japan
Vicks VapoRub in petroleum jelly base is packaged in 1.76 oz jars for retail sale. While scented for cough relief, its primary petrolatum composition fits HTS 3304.99.10.00 as retail skin care petroleum jelly.
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
• FDA cosmetic declaration required; avoid therapeutic claims to stay out of drug category
• Include full ingredient disclosure on retail labels per 21 CFR 701.3