Antibacterial Facial Tissues from Japan
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.
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
• 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