Postpartum Absorbent Pads
Long, contoured pads for postpartum vaginal discharge, constructed from layered cellulose wadding. HTS 9619.00.15.60 covers these as 'similar articles' to sanitary towels due to identical material and function.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If medicated or sterile for hospital use
Medicated wadding or gauze for medical purposes falls under Chapter 30.
If general medical absorbent paper
Non-specific sanitary paper products classify in Chapter 48.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Label as 'for postpartum use only' to comply with FDA medical device exemptions if applicable
• Provide usage instructions in English for CBP review
• Bundle with maternity products carefully to avoid set classification issues
Related Products under HTS 9619.00.15.60
Travel-Size Sanitary Napkin Packs
Miniature sanitary napkins of cellulose wadding packaged for portability. Classified under HTS 9619.00.15.60 regardless of small size or packaging.
pH-Balanced Cellulose Sanitary Pads
Sanitary pads with pH-balanced cellulose layers for vaginal health. HTS 9619.00.15.60 as functional additives are minor.
Antibacterial Cellulose Panty Liners
Liners treated with antibacterial agents in cellulose base for infection prevention. Still HTS 9619.00.15.60 per chapter notes on minor constituents.
Disposable Bed Protection Liners
Large cellulose sheet liners for bed wetting protection, similar to adult diaper liners. HTS 9619.00.15.60 as 'similar articles' for incontinence.
Nursing Pad Inserts of Cellulose
Absorbent inserts for nursing bras, made from soft cellulose wadding. Classified in HTS 9619.00.15.60 as similar sanitary absorbent articles.
Ultra-Thin Absorbent Panty Liners
Disposable panty liners made from cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibers provide light protection for daily use. They are classified under HTS 9619.00.15.60 as 'other' sanitary towels and similar articles of paper or cellulose materials, distinct from full pads or tampons.