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U.S. imports of apparel & clothing accessories of paper or cellulose (HS 481850) totaled $153K in May 2026, traded with 10 countries.
Importers of Apparel & Clothing Accessories of Paper or Cellulose paid $30K in duties in May 2026 — an effective duty rate of 33% on $89K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Apparel & Clothing Accessories of Paper or Cellulose imports of $153K in May 2026 ran 32% below the year-to-date monthly average of $224K.
Last updated: May 2026 dataGarments and accessories constructed from paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding, or webs of cellulose fibers occupy a specialized niche spanning both medical and industrial applications. The US schedule distinguishes hospital and medical gowns or scrubs (4818500020) from other apparel and accessories (4818500080), with a legacy catch-all line (4818500000) also present. China is the dominant supplier by a wide margin, followed by Mexico and Indonesia; Bangladesh and Pakistan also appear among the top five sources. Importers of medical gowns should be aware that FDA regulatory requirements for medical devices or personal protective equipment may apply depending on the product's intended use, independent of customs classification.
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If a paper or cellulose gown is marketed as a medical device or as personal protective equipment meeting a specific performance standard, FDA oversight may apply in addition to CBP entry requirements. Classification under 4818500020 addresses the tariff treatment but does not resolve FDA admissibility; importers should confirm regulatory status with the manufacturer and consult a licensed customs broker or regulatory counsel before importation.
Line 4818500020 is reserved for hospital and medical gowns or scrubs — items designed for clinical or surgical environments. Line 4818500080 captures all other paper-based apparel and accessories not specifically described, such as disposable coveralls, aprons, or novelty garments. The intended end-use and any applicable performance or labeling standards are the primary classification guides.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ISRAEL | -- | $560K | +$560K |
| UNITED KINGDOM | -- | $114K | +$114K |
| MEXICO | $64K | $44K | -$20K |
| CANADA | -- | $94K | +$94K |
| CHINA | $83K | -- | -$83K |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4818500020 | HOSPITAL/MEDICAL GOWNS OR SCRUBS OF PAPER ETC | $136K | 17.20% | 55.07% | $23K |
| 4818500080 | APPAREL, CLOTHING ACCESSORIES OF PAPER ETC, NESOI | $45K | 33.75% | 100.00% | $15K |
HOSPITAL/MEDICAL GOWNS OR SCRUBS OF PAPER ETC
APPAREL, CLOTHING ACCESSORIES OF PAPER ETC, NESOI
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 4818500000 | ARTCLS OF APPAREL/CLOTHING ACCESSORS OF PAPER ETC | $854K |
ARTCLS OF APPAREL/CLOTHING ACCESSORS OF PAPER ETC
50.5K kg
SACKS AND BAGS NESOI, INCL CONES, OF PAPER ETC,
HS 481940
FOLDING CARTONS, BOXES ETC, NONCOR PAPER & PAPERBD
HS 481920
CARTONS, BOXES & CASES CORRUGATED PAPER & PAPERBD
HS 481910
PAPER & PAPERBOARD, UNCOATED, >10% MECH.FIB.,ROLLS
HS 480261
TRAYS, DISHES, PLATES, CUPS,ETC,OF PAPER/BOARD,NES
HS 482369
HANDKERCHIEFS, TISSUES & TOWELS OF PAPER PULP ETC
HS 481820
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | $11K | $565K | +$554K |
| California | $29K | $114K | +$85K |
| Unidentified | -- | $72K | +$72K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEWARK, NJ | -- | $479K | +$479K |
| LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, CA | -- | $114K | +$114K |
| NEW YORK, NY | -- | $81K | +$81K |