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U.S. imports of toilet paper (HS 481810) totaled $44.8M in April 2026, traded with 28 countries.
Importers of Toilet Paper paid $2.0M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 18% on $11.2M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataClassified under a single 10-digit line (4818100000), toilet paper enters the US market as a high-volume consumer staple subject to standard paper-product duties. Canada and Mexico are the dominant suppliers, benefiting from integrated North American pulp and converting supply chains, while Indonesia, China, and Vietnam round out the top five sources. Importers sourcing from China should be aware that certain paper and tissue products have faced Section 301 tariff exposure, making origin documentation and classification precision especially important. Roll width, ply count, and sheet dimensions can affect whether a product classifies here versus in adjacent tissue or towel headings.
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Toilet paper classifies under 481810 based on its intended sanitary use and substrate (paper, cellulose wadding, or webs of cellulose fibers). Ply count and roll width are not themselves classification criteria, but if a product's dimensions or construction bring it closer to a facial tissue or paper towel, it may instead fall under 481820. A licensed customs broker can help confirm the correct heading when product specifications are borderline.
Certain paper and tissue products originating in China have been subject to Section 301 tariffs. Importers should verify the current Section 301 list applicability for the specific HTS line 4818100000 and confirm country-of-origin documentation before entry, as rates and product coverage can change.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4818100000 | TOILET PAPER | $44.8M | 18.04% | $2.0M |
TOILET PAPER
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 4818100000 | TOILET PAPER | $13.0M |
TOILET PAPER
4.0M 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $5.9M | $163K | -$5.7M |
| Wisconsin | $1.3M | $4.2M | +$2.9M |
| New York | $5.0M | $31K | -$5.0M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| PORT HURON, MI | $7.9M | $1.9M | -$6.0M |
| BUFFALO-NIAGARA FALLS, NY | $4.2M | $2.4M | -$1.8M |
| CHAMPLAIN-ROUSES POINT, NY | $6.3M | $66K | -$6.3M |