Polyester Diaper Liners from Japan
Thin, disposable liners made of polyester non-woven man-made fibers placed inside cloth diapers to facilitate cleanup. Falls under HTS 9619.00.74.00 as diaper liners of man-made fiber textile materials. Biodegradable variants still classify here if fiber-dominant.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label clearly as 'diaper liners' vs 'disposable wipes' to prevent shift to 9619.00.28.00
• Test for flushability claims; non-flushable textile liners stay in 9619.00.74.00
• Bundle size matters—retail packs classify as finished articles, bulk as fabrics