Disposable Paper Facial Tissues from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify product meets 'cut to size or shape' criteria; rolls over 36 cm width fall under different headings
• Provide lab tests confirming absorbency and fiber content to avoid misclassification as printed paper (Chapter 49)
• Label clearly as facial tissues to distinguish from toilet paper in 4818.10