Biodegradable Baby Nappies from China
Eco-friendly disposable nappies with 100% cellulose fiber core from sustainable sources, minimizing plastic use for better decomposition. Includes plant-based topsheet of cellulose webs. Fits HTS 9619.00.15 as paper/cellulose sanitary napkins/diapers.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Submit third-party biodegradability certifications; label 'compostable' claims carefully
• Pitfall: greenwashing leads to CBP scrutiny—back claims with tests