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Cotton Incontinence Pads from Germany

Absorbent pads of cotton for adult incontinence, with soft cotton facing and core for heavy protection. Under HTS 9619.00.71.00 as similar sanitary articles of cotton textiles, akin to diapers or pads. Designed for discreet undergarment use with breathable material.

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

• Label as 'sanitary protective articles' to align with heading, avoiding medical device scrutiny

• Provide absorbency ratings and material breakdowns to CBP for textile verification

• Beware of bulk shipments misread as industrial rags; include end-use statements