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
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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