Paper Surgical Cap from Japan

Disposable head covering made from spunbonded cellulose non-woven paper, used by medical staff to prevent contamination. It qualifies for HTS 4818.50.00 as a paper pulp-based clothing accessory for sanitary/hospital apparel.

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%

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Import Tips

• Provide sterilization certificates and fiber analysis showing >65% cellulose to confirm paper classification

• Specify 'disposable' in shipping docs; elastic bands must be minimal to avoid composite good issues