Velvet Bath Sponges Raw from China
Soft velvet-textured natural sponges from tropical reefs, harvested and air-dried for preservation. Classified in HTS 0511.99.36.00 as natural sponges of animal origin, not prepared for brush-making or medical use. Excludes hides, edible products, or textiles as per Chapter notes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
38%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Use veterinary health certificates if required by importing country for marine animal products
• Separate shipments from synthetic sponges to prevent commingling and misclassification risks
• Ensure bulk packaging; retail kits may classify under Chapter 33 or 34 if with cosmetics