Antibacterial Facial Tissues
Facial tissues infused with antibacterial agents for hygienic cleansing, boxed for household use. HTS 4818.20.00 covers these as cleansing tissues despite additives, focused on sanitary purpose.
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More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If marketed as medicaments
Medicinal tissues with therapeutic claims go to Chapter 30.
If larger format for hospital wiping
Hospital towel sizes classify under other sanitary articles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Disclose antibacterial formula; heavy treatment may classify under 4815 (impregnated)
• Confirm primary use is cleansing, not medicinal, to stay in Chapter 48
• Lab certify non-toxic for FDA alignment during customs
Related Products under HTS 4818.20.00
Disposable Paper Facial Tissues
Soft, absorbent 2-ply facial tissues designed for blowing noses and wiping faces, typically sold in rectangular boxes. Classified under HTS 4818.20.00 as cleansing or facial tissues for household or sanitary use, cut to size.
Paper Handkerchiefs Pack
Pre-folded, disposable paper handkerchiefs in pocket-sized packs for personal use in sneezing or wiping. HTS 4818.20.00 covers these as handkerchiefs of paper, cut to size for household or sanitary purposes.
Kleenex-Style Facial Tissues
Premium 2-ply or 3-ply lotioned facial tissues in pop-up boxes for gentle nose blowing and makeup removal. HTS 4818.20.00 includes these cleansing tissues cut to size for sanitary household use.
Disposable Paper Guest Towels
Folded, multi-ply paper towels for guest bathrooms or quick drying, often embossed for absorbency. Classified in 4818.20.00 as paper towels cut to shape for household sanitary purposes.
Pocket Paper Handkerchiefs
Compact, scented or unscented paper handkerchiefs in travel packs for on-the-go sanitary use. HTS 4818.20.00 applies to these cut-to-size handkerchiefs of cellulose fibers.
Kitchen Roll Paper Towels
Strong, quilted paper towels perforated for tearing, ideal for spills and surface wiping in homes. Under HTS 4818.20.00 as household towels of paper pulp, cut to size.