Cotton Swab Wick Wadding Sticks
Cotton swab wick wadding sticks consist of pre-formed cotton wadding tips attached to thin plastic sticks, used for cleaning or application in laboratory or beauty settings. They are classified under tariff item 5601.21.30 as articles of cotton wadding, where the wadding forms the functional absorbent head.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 14% | — | 14% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 14% | — | 14% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 14% | — | 14% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 14% | — | 14% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 14% | — | 14% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the swabs are not for tampons, apparel, or strips
This item covers other cotton wadding articles, which may apply if the swabs are used for general cleaning rather than specific applications.
If the plastic stick predominates and the wadding is merely incidental
If the product's essential character is determined by the plastic stick, it may be classified as an article of plastics under Chapter 39.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the plastic stick does not change the essential character of the product; if it does, classification may shift to Chapter 39
• Ensure the wadding tips are not impregnated with any substances, as this could exclude them from Chapter 56
• Keep records of the cotton wadding weight relative to the plastic component for classification support
Related Products under Tariff item 5601.21.30
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Cotton Cosmetic Pad Wadding Sheets
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Cotton Cosmetic Puff Wadding
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