Plastic Adult Incontinence Diapers from Japan
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 — 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
• 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