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Biodegradable Paper Pulp Diapers

Biodegradable disposable diapers with a 100% paper pulp core, designed to decompose rapidly in landfills. The plant-based backsheet and fluff core provide absorbency while minimizing plastic use, qualifying them as diapers of paper pulp under tariff item 9619.00.22.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China12%—12%
🇲🇽Mexico12%—12%
🇺🇸United States12%—12%
🇩🇪Germany12%—12%
🇯🇵Japan12%—12%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9619.00.21Lower: Free vs 12%

If the diapers are made primarily of paper pulp rather than textile wadding

Paper pulp diapers are classified under the paper pulp sibling item.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the diapers are classified as textile wadding, not paper pulp, to fall under 9619.00.22; provide a detailed product description to the CBSA

• Verify that the textile wadding meets Canadian safety standards for baby products

• Keep commercial invoices with material composition to support the classification