Antibacterial Hand Soap Bar from Japan
A solid antibacterial soap bar with triclosan or similar disinfectants for hand washing. Falls under HTS 3401.11.50.00 as 'other' toilet use soap bars allowing added disinfectants per heading notes. Designed for retail personal hygiene.
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
• Include lab reports proving organic surface-active agents meet Chapter 34 solubility tests
• Avoid 'antimicrobial' claims that could trigger FDA drug classification and different HTS
• Ensure bar/cake form; liquid versions go to 3401.30 subheading