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Sea Sponge Cosmetic Pad

Natural harvested sea sponge cut into pads for blending organic makeup products gently. Classified under HTS 9616.20.00.00 for cosmetic use, separate from Chapter 50 silk or Chapter 39 synthetics.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.3%+12.5%16.8%
🇲🇽Mexico4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇨🇦Canada4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0508.00.00.00Higher: 25% vs 16.8%

If uncut natural sea sponges

Raw animal products like sponges are Chapter 5.

9608.50.00.00Lower: 12.5% vs 16.8%

If used in medical applications

Surgical sponges go to Chapter 90 medical instruments.

4302.19Lower: 14.2% vs 16.8%

If processed as fur or animal skin articles

Tanned/finished animal products may classify in Chapter 43.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• CITES certification for certain sea sponges to comply with wildlife laws

• Cleaning process documentation prevents food-grade confusion

• Size standardization avoids 'unwrought' classification