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Linen Surface Disinfectant Wipes

Fine linen fabric wipes pre-soaked in alcohol-based disinfectant for glass and mirror cleaning. HTS 3808.94.50.10 applies to these retail disinfectant wipes made from woven linen textile, excluding paper and nonwovens.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+37.5%42.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3808.93Lower: 17.5% vs 42.5%

If containing specific pesticide-like disinfectants listed in subheading notes

Certain disinfectant chemistries trigger classification under insecticide-related subheadings.

5603.94Lower: 12.5% vs 42.5%

If the linen is processed into nonwoven form

Nonwovens of textile materials, even impregnated, have dedicated provisions.

6302Lower: 20.9% vs 42.5%

If marketed as household linen without disinfectant emphasis

Textile wipes without disinfectant function are bed linen or toilet linen.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Certify linen fiber content (>85% linen) and woven construction for accurate classification

• Register the disinfectant formula with relevant agencies; retain stability test data for shelf life