Aquarium Filter Pads Cut to Size

Pre-cut rectangular pads of activated carbon-impregnated filter paper for aquarium mechanical filtration. Under HTS 4823.20.90.00 as other filter paperboard cut to shape. Removes impurities in freshwater systems.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4823.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If cellulose wadding sponge-type pads

Wadding-based filters go to other cellulose articles

8421.21.00.00Same rate: 35%

If for commercial water purification systems

Industrial water filtering machinery parts under chapter 84

3802.90.50Higher: 39.8% vs 35%

If activated carbon dominates over paper substrate

Primarily carbon filters classify as activated carbon products

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include biocompatibility test results; specify flow rate specs; prevent classification as pet toys/accessories

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