Cotton Pet Sanitary Pads from Germany
Absorbent cotton pads for female dogs in heat or pet incontinence training. Classified under HTS 9619.00.71.00 as similar sanitary articles of cotton, extending human sanitary towel definitions to pet use. Washable or disposable with high absorbency.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Describe as 'sanitary pet pads' on invoices to tie to heading, not pet toys
• Ensure no animal hair tufts that invoke brush-making exclusions
• Comply with USDA import rules if pet-specific, alongside textile labeling