Find HS Code and trade information for square pads

Square Pads

Square pads are generally absorbent materials designed for a variety of cleaning, cosmetic, and medical applications. Their shape provides efficient coverage and ease of use for targeted areas.

Material

Square pads are manufactured from a range of materials, influencing their absorbency, softness, and intended use:

• Cotton: Commonly used for cosmetic applications like makeup removal and toner application. Offers softness and good absorbency.
• Cellulose: Derived from wood pulp, cellulose pads are often used in cleaning applications due to their affordability and absorbency.
• Synthetic Fibers (e.g., Rayon, Polyester): These offer varying levels of strength, absorbency, and lint resistance, often found in industrial cleaning or medical wipes.
• Non-woven Fabrics: A combination of fibers (natural or synthetic) bonded together, providing a balance of strength, absorbency, and softness.
• Hydrogel: Used in medical dressings for wound care, providing a moist environment for healing.
• Foam: Used for specialized cleaning applications requiring cushioning or controlled liquid release.

Purpose & Function

The primary function of square pads is absorption and application of liquids. Specific purposes include:

• Cosmetic: Makeup removal, toner application, facial cleansing, shadow application.
• Cleaning: General surface cleaning, disinfecting, applying cleaning solutions.
• Medical: Wound dressing, antiseptic application, skin preparation, absorption of bodily fluids.
• Industrial: Applying solvents, cleaning equipment, wiping surfaces.
• Printing: Ink control and distribution in certain printing processes.

Usage Scenarios

• Household Cleaning: Wiping kitchen counters, bathroom surfaces, floors.
• Personal Care: Removing makeup, applying skincare products, applying medication.
• Healthcare: Wound care, sterilization of medical equipment, patient hygiene.
• Automotive: Cleaning interior surfaces, applying detailing products.
• Electronics: Cleaning sensitive electronic components (specialized pads).

Common Types

• Cotton Rounds/Pads: Soft, absorbent pads for cosmetic use. Available in various thicknesses and sizes.
• Cleaning Wipes: Pre-moistened pads with cleaning solutions for quick and easy surface cleaning.
• Alcohol Pads: Pre-saturated with isopropyl alcohol for disinfecting skin and surfaces.
• Hydrogel Pads: Used for wound healing, providing a moist environment and promoting tissue regeneration.
• Absorbent Wound Dressings: Highly absorbent pads for managing wounds and preventing infection.
• Lint-Free Wipes: Used in electronics and optics for cleaning without leaving residue.
• Makeup Remover Pads: Specifically designed to remove makeup effectively without irritation.
• Exfoliating Pads: Containing exfoliating acids or granules for removing dead skin cells.

Based on the provided information, “square pads” can be classified under several HS codes, depending on the material and intended use. Here's a breakdown:

• 3926901000: This code covers “Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914: Other: Buckets and pails”. While “square pads” aren’t buckets or pails, this code broadly includes other plastic articles. Chapter 39 covers plastics and articles thereof. Heading 3926 specifically addresses other articles.
• 3926909950: This code covers “Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914: Other: Other Face masks and shields, medical positioning or transport pads, medical waste containers or disinfectant wipes dispensers”. If the square pads are used as medical positioning or transport pads, this code is applicable.
• 4823901000: This code covers “Other paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibers, cut to size or shape; other articles of paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibers: Other: Of paper pulp”. If the square pads are made of paper pulp, this code applies.
• 6307908940: This code covers “Other made up articles, including dress patterns: Other: Other: Surgical towels; cotton towels of pile or tufted construction; pillow shells, of cotton; shells for quilts, eiderdowns, comforters and similar articles of cotton Cotton towels of pile or tufted construction”. If the square pads are cotton towels, this code is applicable.

According to the provided reference material, the HS code options related to 'square pads' are limited, with only the following 4 found.

Please note that the applicable tax rate for each HS code is as follows:

• 3926901000: Basic tariff: 3.4%, Additional tariff: 7.5%, Post-April 2, 2025, additional tariff: 30.0%, Total tariff: 40.9%.
• 3926909950: Basic tariff: 5.3%, Additional tariff: 7.5%, Post-April 2, 2025, additional tariff: 30.0%, Total tariff: 42.8%.
• 4823901000: Basic tariff: 0.0%, Additional tariff: 25.0%, Post-April 2, 2025, additional tariff: 30.0%, Total tariff: 55.0%.
• 6307908940: Basic tariff: 7.0%, Additional tariff: 0.0%, Post-April 2, 2025, additional tariff: 30.0%, Total tariff: 37.0%.