Cellulose Sanitary Napkins
Feminine hygiene pads made from layers of cellulose wadding and paper for absorbency, with adhesive backing for secure fit. Designed for menstrual protection with a breathable topsheet derived from cellulose fibers. Falls under HTS 9619.00.15 as sanitary towels of paper and cellulose materials.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If with significant plastic gel core
Principal material shifts to 'other' if superabsorbent polymers dominate over cellulose.
If imported as plain paper pads without adhesive
Basic toilet paper articles without hygiene-specific features go to heading 4818.
If medicated or treated for odor control
If impregnated with pharmaceuticals, reclassifies to Chapter 30 as medicated preparations.
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• Include detailed material breakdown certificates; ensure FDA premarket notification if claiming special absorbency
• Pitfall: wingless pads sometimes misclassified—confirm 'towel' definition includes all pads
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