Comet Bathroom Cleaner Powder from Japan
A powdered scouring preparation with bleach and abrasives for removing soap scum, grime, and stains from bathtubs, sinks, and tiles. Classified under HTS 3405.40.00.00 as a scouring powder, it meets the criteria for non-molded abrasive cleaners excluding waxes. Effective for heavy-duty bathroom cleaning.
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
• Ensure bleach content is declared to comply with hazardous materials shipping regulations
• Test for surface tension reduction per chapter note 2 to confirm not a surface-active agent under 3402
• Avoid retail packaging that suggests soap bars to prevent heading 3401 misclassification