Poise Ultra-Thin Bladder Control Pads from Japan
Although marketed for incontinence, these cellulose wadding pads function identically to sanitary napkins with absorbent cores. Classified under HTS 9619.00.15.10 for paper/cellulose sanitary articles per tariff intent. They offer discreet protection for light leaks.
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
• If dual-use, classify by principal function—hygiene trumps medical unless device-registered
• Include absorbency test data per ISO 11948 for CBP validation