Creped Cellulose Wadding Rolls from Germany
Rolls of creped cellulose wadding used as base stock for household sanitary products like diapers and feminine hygiene pads. Classified under HTS 4803.00.20.00 as cellulose wadding in rolls for sanitary purposes, meeting the criteria for webs of cellulose fibers whether creped or not.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify cellulose fiber content exceeds 90% to qualify as wadding; ensure supplier provides mill test reports for basis weight and creping
• Avoid misclassification as towel stock by confirming sanitary end-use documentation