Paper Hospital Gowns
Disposable gowns made from nonwoven paper pulp or cellulose wadding for patient protection in hospitals, providing barrier against fluids. Explicitly 'articles of apparel' under HTS 4818.90.00 for sanitary/hospital purposes. Spunbonded cellulose construction distinguishes from fabric.
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More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If primarily synthetic nonwoven
Material shift to man-made fibers moves to Chapter 62 apparel, regardless of paper claim.
If sold as protective covers, not apparel
End-use as accessory vs clothing changes to other paper articles.
If in rolls for on-site cutting
Rolled webs for sanitary apparel fall under separate subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain FDA or sanitary certification to substantiate hospital use claim during customs review
• Specify nonwoven paper composition in invoices; textile-like may trigger Chapter 62 scrutiny
• Test for disposability to differentiate from reusable apparel
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Paper Bed Sheets
Disposable paper bed sheets made from cellulose wadding or nonwoven cellulose fibers, designed for hospital or sanitary use to protect bedding from fluids. They are cut to standard bed sizes and meet household/sanitary purposes criteria under HTS 4818.90.00 as 'other' household or hospital articles. Not printed with primary motifs, avoiding chapter 49.
Disposable Paper Table Napkins
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.
Cellulose Cleansing Tissues
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Paper Examination Table Covers
Disposable crepe paper sheets cut to size for covering medical exam tables, preventing contamination in hospitals. Sanitary hospital article under HTS 4818.90.00 'other' category, similar to bed sheets.
Disposable Paper Towels Cut to Size
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.
Paper Diaper Liners
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