Kotex Security Overnight Pads from Japan
Heavy absorbency pads for women featuring a cottony-soft textile topsheet and moisture-wicking core, tailored for nighttime menstrual protection. Falls under HTS 9619.00.79.00 due to its textile material composition and specific design for women's sanitary needs, excluding diaper-like structures. The breathable textile layers prevent irritation during extended wear.
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
• Label products clearly as 'for menstrual use' to distinguish from incontinence items and maintain women's/girls' classification
• Conduct material breakdown analysis to document textile percentage, as blends near 50% risk scrutiny at customs
• Prepare for potential quotas on certain textile imports by monitoring WTO textile agreements and obtaining necessary visas