Paper Pulp Adult Incontinence Pads from Japan
Absorbent pads for adult incontinence, made predominantly from paper pulp to manage moderate leaks. Falls under HTS 9619.00.11.00 as 'similar articles' of paper pulp akin to diapers. Features adhesive backing for underwear attachment.
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
• Comply with medical device regs if claiming therapeutic benefits; otherwise, treat as sanitary
• Provide absorbency test results to justify paper pulp classification over synthetics
• Avoid bundling with underwear to prevent set classification under apparel headings