Sanitary Cellulose Pleated Face Masks from China
Multi-pleat face masks from soft cellulose non-woven webs for expanded sanitary coverage in household or light hospital settings. Fits HTS 4818.90.0020 as shaped articles of cellulose fibers for sanitary purposes, not printed dominantly.
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
• Document pleat construction as cellulose-derived to distinguish from plastic pleats
• Ensure width post-pleat <36cm equivalent for subheading alignment
• Avoid medical claims; position as 'household sanitary' for simpler clearance