HS Code for Disposable apparel

Disposable apparel made from paper, cellulose wadding, or webs of cellulose fibers is classified under HS code 4818.50. This classification is situated within Chapter 48, which covers paper and paperboard articles. Heading 4818 specifically addresses household, sanitary, or hospital articles of paper. Subheading 4818.50 is the designated code for articles of apparel and clothing accessories. The classification is strictly determined by the material of construction. If a garment is made from paper or cellulose fibers, it is excluded from the textile chapters (Chapters 61 and 62) and must be classified here. These items are typically designed for single-use in medical, laboratory, or food service environments. The classification includes the complete garment as well as accessories like paper aprons, hats, and smocks. It is important to distinguish these from non-woven textile garments; if the material is a non-woven synthetic textile, it would move to Chapter 62. Customs officials look for the presence of paper-based fibers to confirm the 4818.50 classification, often requiring a material composition breakdown.

Products Included

• Disposable paper hospital gowns
• Paper aprons for catering
• Disposable paper headgear (chef hats)
• Paper-based protective coveralls

Common Misclassification

The most frequent misclassification occurs with garments made of non-woven man-made fibers, which fall under HS code 6210.10. While both are "disposable," the material determines the code. Paper-based items go to 4818.50, while non-woven textile items go to 6210.10. Another error is using 6307.90 for miscellaneous made-up articles, which is only for items not specified elsewhere.

FAQ

What is the HS code for disposable apparel?

Disposable apparel made of paper or cellulose is classified under HS code 4818.50.

Are plastic disposable aprons included here?

No, disposable aprons made of plastic sheeting are classified under HS code 3926.20. Only paper or cellulose-based apparel falls under 4818.50.