Disposable Polyester Nonwoven Swabs from Japan
Lightweight polyester filament nonwovens formed into retail-packaged swabs ≤25 g/m² for cosmetics. HTS 5603.11.00.70 includes these ready-for-use, perforated nonwoven articles for retail distribution.
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
• Document swab head weight separately to confirm overall ≤25 g/m² limit
• Stick-only swabs qualify; avoid stick assemblies triggering 9018 medical classification
• Specify 'non-sterile' for cosmetic use versus sterile medical under 3005