Textile Pet Sanitary Pads from Japan
Absorbent pads of textile wadding for female dogs in heat, disposable with grass-scented backing. Though for animals, HTS 9619.00.25.00 includes similar sanitary articles of textile wadding per broad subheading scope. Excluded from chapter 95 toys/games.
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
• Describe as 'sanitary absorbents' not pet toys to stay in Chapter 96
• Include species/use details to affirm similarity to human sanitary goods
• Test for odor additives that might trigger chemical classification