Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser from Japan
A non-foaming liquid cleanser in a retail pump bottle, formulated for sensitive skin washing with mild surfactants. Classified under HTS 3401.30.5000 due to its liquid form, retail packaging, and primary use as a skin washing preparation. It qualifies even without soap, as organic surface-active agents are the key component.
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
• Confirm FDA cosmetic registration and include lot codes for traceability during import
• Test surfactant concentration to meet Chapter 34 note 2 definition if challenged
• Avoid misclassification by ensuring packaging shows 'for retail sale' not institutional use