Oil Absorbent Cotton Wadding Pads
Heavy-duty cotton wadding pads designed to absorb oil spills in workshops and garages. They use the natural absorbency of short fibres without chemical additives. Tariff item 5601.21.29 covers this as other wadding articles of cotton.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the pads are cut to shape and ready for use
Cut-to-shape pads are articles of wadding.
If the pads are coated with abrasive material
Abrasive-coated textiles fall under Chapter 68.
If the pads are impregnated with chemical absorbents
Chemically treated textiles may fall under Chapter 38.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the pads are not impregnated with any chemical absorbents, as that would change classification
• If the pads are cut to a specific size, they may be considered articles
• Provide the absorbency specifications to the CBSA for verification
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