Nonwoven Disposable Shoe Cover from Japan
Elasticated booties from breathable nonwoven polypropylene to prevent cross-contamination in hospital operating rooms and clean labs. HTS 6210.10.50 covers these as nonwoven disposable items for hospitals, clinics, labs, or contaminated zones using 5602/5603 fabrics.
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
• Pair with sterilization validation docs; ensure sizing info for retail packs
• Common pitfall: classifying as footwear (6400s) instead of apparel