Clorox Disinfecting Wipes from Japan
Pre-moistened wipes with quaternary ammonium surface-active agents for sanitizing surfaces, sold in retail pop-up tubs. Classified in HTS 3402.50.51.00 as retail cleaning preparations with surface-active agents. Excludes soap-based products per heading scope.
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
• Provide EPA registration number for disinfecting claims and confirm surface-active disinfectant status
• Ensure child-resistant packaging for wipes containing antimicrobials
• Test for surface tension reduction to substantiate classification over general chemicals