Paper Facial Towels from China

Soft, disposable paper towels specifically for drying faces after washing, often pre-folded or cut to small squares. Falls under HTS 4818.20.00.20 as household towels of cellulose fibers, separate from facial tissues due to higher absorbency and towel designation.

Duty Rate — China → United States

37.5%

Rate breakdown

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)

9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

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Import Tips

• Label clearly as 'towels' not 'tissues' to prevent reclassification under 4818.10

• Ensure no embossing or printing that could invoke Chapter 49 printed paper rules

• Test for absorbency standards to confirm sanitary household use compliance