Disposable Paper Table Napkins from Germany
Single-use paper napkins made from cellulose fibers, cut to rectangular shape for household dining, absorbing spills and wiping hands. Classified under HTS 4818.90.00 as 'table napkins' explicitly listed for sanitary/household purposes. Plain or lightly embossed, not primarily printed per chapter note.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document absorbency specs to prove sanitary function, avoiding misclassification as mere printed cards
• Batch test for fiber content to ensure paper/cellulose compliance; blends over 50% synthetic go to textiles
• Avoid decorative printing that dominates use, or risk chapter 49 reclassification