Center-Pull Paper Towels

Perforated paper towels in rolls designed for center-pull dispensers, providing one-sheet-at-a-time access for cleaning. HTS 4818.20.00.20 applies as towels cut or perforated to size for sanitary household use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

4818.10.00Same rate: 35%

If dispensed as narrow continuous roll

Continuous narrow rolls function more like toilet tissue than discrete towels.

4803.00Lower: 10% vs 35%

If jumbo rolls over 36 cm for industrial converters

Unperforated wide rolls are toilet/kitchen paper base stock.

4823.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If textured for heavy-duty scrubbing

Specialty textured or embossed sanitary paper shifts to other articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm perforation meets 'cut to size or shape' criteria to avoid base paper headings

Label as 'sanitary towels' and include dispenser compatibility specs

Watch for width under 36 cm to stay out of roll toilet paper categories

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Household Cellulose Towels

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Sanitary Hand Towels

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