Cellulose Sanitary Napkins from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include detailed material breakdown certificates; ensure FDA premarket notification if claiming special absorbency
• Pitfall: wingless pads sometimes misclassified—confirm 'towel' definition includes all pads