Disposable Paper Apron

Lightweight, water-resistant apron crafted from cellulose wadding sheets, used in food service or home cleaning to protect clothing. This falls under HTS 4818.50.0080 as 'other' articles of apparel made from paper or cellulose fibers for household or sanitary purposes.

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.

4818.20.00Same rate: 35%

If in rolls exceeding 36 cm width

Toilet paper-like rolls wider than 36 cm or not cut to size fall under subheading for rolls, not shaped apparel.

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 35%

If primarily plastic-coated rather than cellulose-based

Plastic articles or heavily coated items are classified in Chapter 39 for other plastic products.

4823.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If for bulk uncut sheets sold separately

Uncut paper sheets or pads not shaped into apparel are other paper articles under heading 4823.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide certificates of analysis showing at least 50% cellulose content to confirm paper classification

Avoid marketing as 'reusable' which could shift it to textile headings; emphasize single-use sanitary nature

Check width restrictions if supplied in rolls, though cut-to-shape apparel typically complies

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