Disposable Baby Diapers from Japan
Absorbent disposable diapers designed for infants, made primarily from cellulose wadding and nonwoven webs of cellulose fibers for superior moisture absorption. They feature an absorbent core that locks away wetness and a soft topsheet for skin comfort. Classified under HTS 9619.00.15 due to their paper and cellulose fiber construction as disposable sanitary articles.
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
• Verify cellulose fiber content exceeds 50% for accurate classification; provide FDA registration and labeling compliance docs
• Common pitfall: mislabeling as 'plastic' due to outer layers—focus on absorbent core material