Cellulose Wadding Facial Sponges

Compressed cellulose wadding sponges cut to oval shapes for facial cleansing and makeup removal. HTS 4823.90.86 covers these as cut-to-shape webs of cellulose fibers, excluding semi-manufactured wadding.

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.

4818.20.00Same rate: 35%

If in rolls or uncut pads

Uncut cellulose wadding webs go to 4818; requires cut to size/shape for 4823.

3401.19.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If chemically treated as soap-impregnated

Soap content shifts to Chapter 34 soaps and detergents.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide certificates verifying 100% cellulose wadding, not mixed with cotton or rayon

• Ensure products are pre-cut; rolls classify differently under 4804

• Label absorbency specs to support cosmetic use end classification