Plastic Pet Training Pads

Large absorbent pads with plastic backing for house-training puppies, containing urine. HTS 9619.00.05.00 covers 'similar articles' like diaper liners; plastic layer is key waterproof feature. Used analogously to human diapers for pets.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China5%+17.5%22.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico5%+10.0%15%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada5%+10.0%15%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany5%+10.0%15%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan5%+10.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

4818.90.00Lower: 17.5% vs 22.5%

If paper-based absorbent pads without plastic

Paper pet pads classify under Chapter 48.

3921.90.11.00Higher: 39.2% vs 22.5%

If sold as plastic sheeting only, no absorbent layer

Plain plastic floor coverings or sheets go to Chapter 39.

4201.00.60.00Higher: 37.8% vs 22.5%

If packaged as pet waste bags in saddlery

Rare, but leather/plastic pet accessories might shift to Chapter 42.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Describe as 'absorbent pads for animal sanitation' in entries to justify 9619 over 3921

β€’ Check EPA regs if superabsorbent polymers contain regulated chemicals

β€’ Large sizes may trigger valuation scrutiny for commercial vs retail use

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Disposable Plastic Baby Diapers

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.

Plastic Adult Incontinence Diapers

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.

Plastic Disposable Diaper Liners

Thin plastic bags or liners inserted into cloth diapers for easy disposal of waste. HTS 9619.00.05.00 covers 'diaper liners and similar articles' explicitly when made of plastics. They facilitate hygiene in reusable diaper systems.

Plastic Sanitary Napkins

Disposable pads with plastic waterproof backing for menstrual protection, often with adhesive wings. Under HTS 9619.00.05.00 as 'sanitary pads (towels)' of plastics per the heading description. Plastic layer prevents leakage onto undergarments.

Plastic Training Pants

Pull-on plastic-lined pants for potty training toddlers, combining diaper absorbency with underwear style. Classified in HTS 9619.00.05.00 as diaper-like sanitary articles of plastics. The plastic provides the moisture barrier essential for function.

Plastic Tampon Applicators

Disposable plastic tubes used to insert tampons, often imported separately or with tampons. HTS 9619.00.05.00 includes 'tampons' and similar plastic sanitary articles; applicators are integral. They are molded plastics for hygienic insertion.