Cellulose Wadding Facial Sponges from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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