Trojan Bareskin Condoms from Japan
Ultra-thin vulcanized rubber sheath contraceptives with silicone lubricant for increased sensitivity while providing pregnancy and STI protection. Falls under HTS 4014.10.00.00 due to its primary function as a barrier contraceptive made from vulcanized rubber, not hard rubber.
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
• Label products clearly as 'sheath contraceptives' to prevent misclassification; include lot numbers for traceability
• Comply with USP <88> biocompatibility standards and provide supplier affidavits for rubber purity
• Watch for quotas or anti-dumping duties on latex imports; declare exact rubber content to avoid penalties