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4818.20.00.40 - Other 🖩

Details

FieldValue
Unit of Quantitykg
General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General)Free
Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special)N/A
Column 2 Rate of Duty35%
Quota QuantityN/A
Additional DutiesN/A
About Duty Rates: Rates are divided into Column 1 and Column 2. Column 1 is subdivided into General (normal trade relations rates for all countries not eligible for special programs) and Special (preferential rates for countries with free trade agreements or preference programs). Column 2 rates apply to products from Cuba, North Korea, Belarus, and Russia. When no special rate exists for a classification, General rates apply.

Overview

This HTS category, 4818.20.00.40, encompasses "Other" handkerchiefs, cleansing tissues, and towels that fall within the broader scope of Chapter 48. These are articles made from paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding, or webs of cellulose fibers, specifically intended for household or sanitary purposes, and are often found in smaller, portable formats. The key is their application in personal hygiene and household cleaning.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 4818.20.00.20 (Towels), is crucial. While both relate to absorbent paper products, this "Other" category specifically includes items like facial tissues and personal cleansing tissues. The sibling category is reserved for articles primarily defined by their function as traditional towels, often for drying purposes, and may differ in absorbency, size, or construction. The distinction hinges on the specific end-use and the common understanding of the product.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Therefore, the focus for classification under 4818.20.00.40 rests on identifying items that fit the description of handkerchiefs, cleansing tissues, or facial tissues, and are not specifically classified under a more precise heading or subheading, ensuring they align with the material and end-use requirements of the parent category.

Frequently Asked Questions

›What is HTS code 4818.20.00.40?
HTS code 4818.20.00.40 covers Other under the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. It falls under Chapter 48: Paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or of paperboard.
›What products are classified under 4818.20.00.40?
This classification covers Other. It is a subcategory of Handkerchiefs, cleansing or facial tissues and towels (4818.20.00).
›What is the import duty rate for 4818.20.00.40?
The general rate of duty for HTS 4818.20.00.40 is Free. The Column 2 rate is 35%.
›What unit of quantity is used for 4818.20.00.40?
Imports under HTS 4818.20.00.40 are measured in kg.

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