Alcohol prep pads: U.S. import tariffs
Isopropyl alcohol-saturated pads used before injection. Regulated by FDA as an OTC drug, not a device.
HTS code
3005.90.10.00
Base (MFN) rate
Free
From China today
12.5%
FDA product code
—
Duty by country of origin
| Origin | Layers | Total added duty | Per $10,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Myanmar | None | 0% | $0 |
| Laos | None | 0% | $0 |
| Nepal | None | 0% | $0 |
| Mexico | None | 0% | $0 |
| Canada | None | 0% | $0 |
| Panama | None | 0% | $0 |
| Haiti | None | 0% | $0 |
| United States (domestic) | None | 0% | $0 |
| Bangladesh | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 10% | 10% | $1,000 |
| Cambodia | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 10% | 10% | $1,000 |
| India | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 10% | 10% | $1,000 |
| Indonesia | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 10% | 10% | $1,000 |
| Malaysia | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 10% | 10% | $1,000 |
| Pakistan | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 10% | 10% | $1,000 |
| Sri Lanka | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 10% | 10% | $1,000 |
| Taiwan | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 10% | 10% | $1,000 |
| Guatemala | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 10% | 10% | $1,000 |
| Honduras | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 10% | 10% | $1,000 |
| El Salvador | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 10% | 10% | $1,000 |
| Ecuador | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 10% | 10% | $1,000 |
| Argentina | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 10% | 10% | $1,000 |
| Germany (EU) | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 10% | 10% | $1,000 |
| Italy (EU) | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 10% | 10% | $1,000 |
| Portugal (EU) | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 10% | 10% | $1,000 |
| United Kingdom | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 10% | 10% | $1,000 |
| Jordan | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 10% | 10% | $1,000 |
| China | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 12.5% | 12.5% | $1,250 |
| Vietnam | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 12.5% | 12.5% | $1,250 |
| Thailand | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 12.5% | 12.5% | $1,250 |
| Philippines | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 12.5% | 12.5% | $1,250 |
| Hong Kong | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 12.5% | 12.5% | $1,250 |
| South Korea | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 12.5% | 12.5% | $1,250 |
| Japan | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 12.5% | 12.5% | $1,250 |
| Singapore | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 12.5% | 12.5% | $1,250 |
| Nicaragua | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 12.5% | 12.5% | $1,250 |
| Costa Rica | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 12.5% | 12.5% | $1,250 |
| Dominican Republic | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 12.5% | 12.5% | $1,250 |
| Colombia | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 12.5% | 12.5% | $1,250 |
| Peru | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 12.5% | 12.5% | $1,250 |
| Chile | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 12.5% | 12.5% | $1,250 |
| Brazil | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 12.5% | 12.5% | $1,250 |
| Uruguay | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 12.5% | 12.5% | $1,250 |
| Türkiye | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 12.5% | 12.5% | $1,250 |
| Israel | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 12.5% | 12.5% | $1,250 |
| Morocco | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 12.5% | 12.5% | $1,250 |
| Australia | Section 301 forced-labor tariff 12.5% | 12.5% | $1,250 |
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Alcohol prep pads from China
$30,042.85
landed cost · $0.30 per unit
Effective duty rate
12.5%
| Layer | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Customs value | $25,000.00 | |
| Base duty (HTS 3005.90.10.00: Free) HTSUS Column 1 General | 0% | $0.00 |
| Section 301 forced-labor tariff (China tier 12.5%)pending expert review USTR final action, 91 FR 47318 (Jul. 28, 2026) | 12.5% | $3,125.00 |
| Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464%, min $33.58, max $651.5) | $86.60 | |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125%) | $31.25 | |
| Freight + insurance | $1,800.00 | |
| Total landed cost | $30,042.85 |
HTS 3005.90.10.00. Estimate only — not a binding ruling. Excludes antidumping/countervailing duties and brokerage.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the tariff on alcohol prep pads from China?
For entries today, alcohol prep pads from China (HTS 3005.90.10.00) carry about 12.5% in combined duties: Section 301 forced-labor tariff (China tier 12.5%) 12.5%.
What HTS code are alcohol prep pads classified under?
Alcohol prep pads are most commonly classified under HTS 3005.90.10.00 — "Wadding, gauze and similar articles, coated or impregnated with pharmaceutical substances". Base (MFN) rate: Free. Classification depends on materials and use; confirm with your broker.
Which country has the lowest tariff for alcohol prep pads?
Among the origins we track, Myanmar has the lowest added duty (0%). Supplier pricing, quality and FDA registration still drive total cost.