Paper Pulp Cleanroom Booties from Japan
Lightweight booties crafted from cellulose fiber webs, cut to foot-shaped covers for use in cleanroom facilities to prevent particle contamination. They offer breathability and static resistance suitable for electronics manufacturing. Falls under HTS 4823.90.86.20 for cut-to-shape paper pulp articles specifically as shoe covers per statistical note 2.
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
• Provide manufacturer specs confirming cut-to-shape and cellulose composition for CBP review
• Bundle with cleanroom certification if marketed for controlled environments to aid valuation
• Avoid pitfalls by distinguishing from coated versions that may classify as printed paper under Chapter 49