Biodegradable Paper Allergy Face Masks from China
Eco-friendly face masks from 100% biodegradable paper pulp and cellulose fibers, contoured for allergy season sanitary protection in homes. Classified under HTS 4818.90.0020 for household sanitary paper articles cut to shape, emphasizing non-medical, disposable nature.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain biodegradability certifications to support chapter 48 paper classification claims
• Declare exact grammage and dimensions to confirm not exceeding household roll equivalents
• Separate from earloop attachments if plastic, as they may affect material predominance