Disposable Plastic Apron from Japan
A thin polyethylene apron for food handling, medical, or painting use, with waist ties and waterproof properties. It is classified in HTS 3926.20.90 as 'other' plastic apparel from heading 3901 polymers, serving as protective clothing not resembling sewn garments. The 'other' category captures such simple protective overlays.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include lab tests proving >95% polyethylene content per subheading notes; declare as 'disposable' on invoices
• Pitfall: bulk rolls may classify as film under 3920/3921 instead of formed aprons