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U.S. imports of disinfectants (excluding subheading note 1 products) (HS 380894) totaled $14.7M in April 2026, traded with 27 countries.
Importers of Disinfectants (Excluding Subheading Note 1 Products) paid $1.5M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 21% on $7.2M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataAlcohol-based hand sanitizers (3808945080, defined as containing at least 60% ethanol), hydrogen peroxide preparations (3808945050), and disinfectant wipes other than paper or nonwoven (3808945010) are among the specifically enumerated lines within this heading, reflecting the regulatory and commercial attention these products received during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Canada leads US supply, with China and Mexico also significant sources; goods from China may carry Section 301 exposure depending on the specific line. Disinfectants intended for use on humans or as over-the-counter drug products are regulated by FDA rather than EPA, and the applicable regulatory pathway — OTC drug monograph or EPA registration — determines labeling and admissibility requirements. Importers should confirm with a licensed customs broker or the relevant agency which regulatory framework governs their specific formulation.
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EPA regulates disinfectants intended for use on inanimate surfaces (e.g., countertops, medical equipment) under FIFRA. FDA regulates products intended for use on the human body — such as hand sanitizers and antiseptics — as OTC drug products under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. The intended use claim on the label is the primary determinant; a product marketed for both uses may face dual-agency scrutiny. Misclassifying the regulatory pathway can result in refusal of admission.
Hand sanitizers classified at 3808945080 (at least 60% ethanol, not specified in Subheading Note 1) are treated as OTC drug products by FDA. They must comply with FDA's drug labeling requirements, including active ingredient declaration, directions for use, and the name and address of the US distributor. Shipments without compliant labeling are subject to FDA detention and refusal, and the importer of record bears responsibility for bringing the product into compliance before release.
Monthly import values over time
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $6.2M | $15.3M | +$9.0M |
| MEXICO | $1.6M | $5.7M | +$4.1M |
| CHINA | $4.3M | $1.1M | -$3.2M |
| BELGIUM | $236K | $1.4M | +$1.1M |
| NETHERLANDS | $319K | $602K | +$283K |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3808945050 | HYDROGEN PEROXIDE IN DISINFECTANT PREPARATIONS | $5.1M | 6.50% | $25K |
| 3808945095 | DISINFECTANTS, NESOI | $4.1M | 22.15% | $491K |
| 3808945080 | ALCOHOL-BASED HAND SANITIZER GT=60% ETHANOL ST N 1 | $3.4M | 27.31% | $709K |
| 3808941000 | DISINFECTANTS CONT AROMATIC/MODIFIED AROMATIC DISF | $1.3M | 13.20% | $151K |
| 3808945010 | DISINFECTANT WIPES, OTHER THAN PAPER OR NONWOVEN | $812K | 12.25% | $101K |
HYDROGEN PEROXIDE IN DISINFECTANT PREPARATIONS
DISINFECTANTS, NESOI
ALCOHOL-BASED HAND SANITIZER GT=60% ETHANOL ST N 1
DISINFECTANTS CONT AROMATIC/MODIFIED AROMATIC DISF
DISINFECTANT WIPES, OTHER THAN PAPER OR NONWOVEN
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 3808940000 | DISINFECTANTS | $34.9M |
DISINFECTANTS
8.3M kg
PRODUCTS AND RESIDUALS OF CHEMICAL INDUSTRY, NESOI
HS 382499
DIAGNOSTIC OR LABORATORY REAGENTS INCL KITS, NESOI
HS 382219
CHEM ELEM DOPED, USED IN ELECTRON, DISCS WAFERS ET
HS 381800
SUPPORTED CATALYSTS W PREC METAL/PREC MTL COMPND
HS 381512
SUPPORTED CATALYSTS, NESOI
HS 381519
ADDITIVE FOR LUB OIL CONT PETRO/BITUMINOUS MINOIL
HS 381121
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri | $2.8M | $7.1M | +$4.3M |
| California | $4.1M | $2.0M | -$2.2M |
| Ohio | $1.0M | $4.1M | +$3.1M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| PORT HURON, MI | $4.9M | $6.0M | +$1.2M |
| BUFFALO-NIAGARA FALLS, NY | $1.2M | $4.5M | +$3.3M |
| LAREDO, TX | $545K | $4.6M | +$4.0M |