Disposable Paper Table Napkins
Pre-folded, absorbent paper napkins for dining tables, made from soft paper pulp or cellulose fibers, often in packs of 100. They are serviettes of paper for household sanitary purposes, cut to size and shape.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +50.0% | 50% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the napkins are not cut to size or shape but sold in rolls wider than 36 cm
Rolls of paper for household use exceeding 36 cm in width are classified under other headings in 4818.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the napkins are classified as serviettes, not as cleansing tissues or towels
• Keep packaging labels showing the product is for table use
• Declare the total weight and dimensions for accurate assessment
Related Products under Tariff item 4818.30.00
Cocktail Paper Napkins
Small 1-ply cocktail napkins made of absorbent paper, cut to a square shape for serving beverages at parties. They are household or sanitary articles of paper pulp, falling under tariff item 4818.30.00 as serviettes.
Colored Paper Luncheon Napkins
3-ply colored luncheon napkins, 33x33 cm, for casual meals, with dye infused throughout the paper pulp. They are serviettes of paper for household use, and the color does not affect classification under this tariff item.
Crepe Paper Tablecloths
Crepe paper tablecloths with a crinkled texture, rectangular at 140x180 cm, for casual dining. They are household articles of paper pulp, cut to size, and fall under this tariff item as tablecloths.
Embossed Cellulose Tablecloth Sheets
Pre-cut rectangular sheets of embossed cellulose wadding tablecloths, water-resistant for party use, sized 120x150 cm. They are household tablecloths made from webs of cellulose fibers, with embossing not affecting classification.
Laminated Paper Table Napkins
Paper napkins with a thin plastic lamination for spill resistance, beverage size 25x25 cm. They are paper-based table napkins where paper is the chief material, and the lamination is minor, keeping them in this tariff item.
Paper Tablecloth Roll
A continuous roll of disposable paper tablecloth for household use, typically 1.2 meters wide, made from cellulose wadding or paper pulp. It is a tablecloth article for household purposes, but as a roll wider than 36 cm, it may not fall under this tariff item.