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Cellulose Fiber Shower Cap from Japan

Single-use shower cap from waterproofed cellulose wadding webs, protecting hair during bathing in hotels or hospitals. Falls under HTS 4818.50.00 for paper-based clothing accessories used in sanitary contexts.

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

• Test and certify water resistance from paper treatments only, not plastic films exceeding 15% weight

• Use HS description matching 'cellulose webs' for customs; include grammage details