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Disposable Paper Towels Cut to Size from Japan

Individually cut rectangular paper towels from cellulose fibers for household kitchen or sanitary wiping. 'Towels' explicitly under HTS 4818.90.00, differentiated from roll format by pre-cut shape.

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

• Distinguish from 4818.20 rolls via packaging photos/invoices

• Test absorbency to affirm towel function

• Plain design prevents chapter 49 print issues

Disposable Paper Towels Cut to Size from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 4818.90.00