Carbolic Soap Bar from Japan
Traditional phenolic disinfectant soap bar used for laundry and general cleaning, soluble in water with added medicaments. Under HTS 3401.20.00.00 for soap bars or molded pieces, explicitly allowing disinfectants. Differs from liquid soaps or shampoos excluded by chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document phenolic content and solubility to uphold 3401 classification
• Comply with hazardous material rules if high disinfectant concentration
• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics powder forms leading to 3405 shift