Paper Apron for Kitchen Use from Germany
Disposable apron made from non-woven cellulose fibers or paper pulp, designed for protecting clothing during cooking or cleaning tasks. It falls under HTS 4818.50.00 as an article of apparel primarily composed of paper or cellulose wadding materials, intended for single-use sanitary or protective purposes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify that the apron is made predominantly from paper pulp or cellulose wadding (>50% by weight) to qualify under 4818; provide lab test reports on fiber composition
• Include detailed invoices specifying disposable/single-use nature to distinguish from reusable textile garments in Chapter 62