Hand Sanitizer Gel with Alcohol from Japan
Ethanol-based gel sanitizer killing 99.99% germs, in flip-top retail tubes or bottles. HTS 3808.94.50 covers retail-packed disinfectants for hand use.
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
• FDA OTC monograph compliance mandatory; provide formulation records
• Gelling agents must not exceed limits to maintain disinfectant classification
• Post-COVID shortage designations may affect duties—check current status