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Plastic Adult Incontinence Diapers from Germany

Pull-up style diapers for adults, featuring plastic backing for leak prevention and high-absorbency polymers inside. Classified under HTS 9619.00.05.00 as 'diapers' encompassing similar sanitary articles of plastics for incontinence use. The plastic dominates the waterproof outer structure.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Label products clearly as 'adult incontinence' to distinguish from baby diapers and comply with FDA medical device regs if applicable

• Maintain supplier affidavits confirming plastic content to defend against reclassification during CBP exams

• Check for quota restrictions on disposable hygiene imports and file proper entry summaries

Plastic Adult Incontinence Diapers from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 9619.00.05.00