Disposable Plastic Baby Diapers from Japan
These are single-use diapers made primarily from plastic materials like polyethylene for the outer layer, designed to absorb and contain baby waste. They fall under HTS 9619.00.05.00 as diapers of plastics, explicitly covered in the heading for sanitary articles including diapers. The plastic construction provides waterproofing and disposability.
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
• Verify plastic material composition exceeds 50% by weight to qualify under this subheading; provide lab test reports if audited
• Include child safety certifications like CPSIA compliance documentation to avoid holds at customs
• Avoid misdeclaring as 'toys' or 'clothing' which would shift to Chapters 95 or 62, leading to penalties