Cellulose Fiber Sanitary Face Masks from Japan
Lightweight, breathable face masks from wet-laid cellulose non-woven webs, pleated and shaped for sanitary household use like pollen protection. Meets HTS 4818.90.0020 criteria for cut-to-shape paper/cellulose sanitary articles, excluding apparel with substantial non-paper elements. Biodegradable and disposable design.
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
• Conduct material composition testing to confirm cellulose wadding dominance, as blends over 50% synthetic shift headings
• Use 'sanitary barrier' not 'protective equipment' in descriptions to avoid PPE regulations
• Ensure no printed motifs dominate, per chapter notes, to prevent chapter 49 reassignment