Medicated Tea Tree Soap Bar from Japan
A bar soap formulated with tea tree oil for acne-prone skin, containing added medicaments for therapeutic use. Classified under HTS 3401.11.50.00 as a toilet soap bar for personal use with medicinal properties, soluble in water per Chapter 34 notes. It meets the 'for toilet use' criteria including medicated products.
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
• Verify water-solubility of soap base to confirm Chapter 34 classification; test per heading 3401 notes
• Provide detailed ingredient list and medicament certification to avoid reclassification as cosmetics under Chapter 33
• Label clearly as 'medicated' for toilet use to prevent customs disputes on therapeutic claims