Organic Cotton Blend Sanitary Pads from Japan
Reusable sanitary pads with an absorbent core of cellulose wadding and organic cotton top layer for menstrual protection. Classified in HTS 9619.00.15.60 as 'other' sanitary towels of cellulose fibers, as the core material determines the heading despite reusability.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document cellulose wadding percentage to avoid reclassification to textile chapters; include material breakdown certificates
• Comply with FTC organic claims by providing certification; mislabeling leads to seizures
• Declare as 'similar articles' if reusable to distinguish from disposables