Nonwoven Disposable Wipes

Pre-cut, perforated nonwoven wipes weighing 40 g/m², packaged in retail tubs for household cleaning. These ready-for-use articles fall under HTS 5603.92.00.70 as nonwoven products >25-70 g/m² prepared for retail sale, not specified elsewhere.

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.

5603.12.00Same rate: 35%

If sold in continuous rolls, not cut to size

Bulk nonwoven rolls >25-70 g/m² classify under 5603.12 as unfinished fabrics, not ready-for-use articles.

4818.90.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If paper-based rather than textile nonwoven

Paper disposable wipes fall under Chapter 48; textile fiber content determines chapter placement.

3401.20.00.00Same rate: 35%

If pre-impregnated with soap or detergent

Saturated wipes treated as soap-based cleaning preparations under Chapter 34, not plain nonwovens.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify exact weight per m² (25-70 g) via lab testing to confirm classification

Include packaging details in entry docs; retail packaging distinguishes from bulk rolls

Avoid misclassification as Chapter 34 cleaning preparations if saturated with chemicals