4818.50.00 - Articles of apparel and clothing accessories

HTS code 4818.50.00 classifies articles of apparel and clothing accessories manufactured from paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding, or webs of cellulose fibers. This broad category encompasses items worn on the body, serving fashion, protection, or sanitary functions, and distinguished from other paper articles by their design and intended use as apparel or accessories.

Unlike sibling categories that focus on household or sanitary paper goods such as toilet paper (4818.10), tissues and towels (4818.20), or table linen (4818.30), 4818.50.00 specifically addresses items of clothing and related accessories. The key differentiator lies in the function and form of the article; items here are designed to be worn, regardless of their disposable nature.

This category is further subdivided to provide greater specificity for customs declaration. The subcategories include hospital or medical gowns and scrubs (4818.50.00.20), which are designed for use in healthcare settings, and a general "other" category (4818.50.00.80) to capture a wide array of apparel and clothing accessories not specifically listed elsewhere within this heading, such as disposable fashion items or specialized protective wear.