Import duty on diapers in the UK

HS code

9619.00

UK codes

UK import duty

UK VAT

20%

Source: UK Global Tariff (HMRC Trade Tariff service) · checked 2026-10-31

Diapers, sanitary pads and similar articles of any material are 9619.00.

UK commodity codes under 9619.00

UK commodity code	Description	Import duty	VAT
9619 00 30 00	Of wadding of textile materials	0%	20%or 0% (VAT zero rate)
9619 00 40	Of other textile materials › Sanitary towels (pads), tampons and similar articles 2 full 10-digit codes 9619 00 40 10 — Of other textile materials › Sanitary towels (pads), tampons and similar articles › Knitted or crocheted 9619 00 40 90 — Of other textile materials › Sanitary towels (pads), tampons and similar articles › Other	0%	20%or 0% (VAT zero rate)
9619 00 50	Of other textile materials › Napkins and napkin liners and similar articles 2 full 10-digit codes 9619 00 50 10 — Of other textile materials › Napkins and napkin liners and similar articles › Knitted or crocheted 9619 00 50 90 — Of other textile materials › Napkins and napkin liners and similar articles › Other	0%	20%or 0% (VAT zero rate)
9619 00 71 00	Of other materials › Sanitary towels (pads), tampons and similar articles › Sanitary towels (pads)	0%	20%or 0% (VAT zero rate)
9619 00 75 00	Of other materials › Sanitary towels (pads), tampons and similar articles › Tampons	0%	20%or 0% (VAT zero rate)
9619 00 79 00	Of other materials › Sanitary towels (pads), tampons and similar articles › Other	0%	20%or 0% (VAT zero rate)
9619 00 81 00	Of other materials › Napkins and napkin liners and similar articles › Napkins and napkin liners for babies	0%	20%or 0% (VAT zero rate)
9619 00 89 00	Of other materials › Napkins and napkin liners and similar articles › Other (for example, incontinence care articles)	0%	20%or 0% (VAT zero rate)

Import duty on diapers by country

Import into the US

Free – 16%

See HTS codes ›

Import into the UK

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Import into the EU

0% – 10.5%

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How UK import charges work

The duty shown is the standard rate for goods from countries without a trade deal. Goods from a country with a UK trade agreement may pay less, or nothing, if they meet the rules of origin. A few products from certain countries also pay anti-dumping duties. The UK charges import VAT on the customs value plus shipping, insurance and duty.

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Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the UK commodity code for diapers?

It depends on the product’s details: 8 UK codes sit under HS 9619.00. The table on this page lists each one with its duty.

Q2What is the import duty on diapers in the UK?

Between 0%, depending on the exact code. Goods from countries with a trade agreement may pay less if they meet the rules of origin.

Q3Do I pay VAT on imported diapers?

Yes. Import VAT of 20% applies on top of duty. The UK charges import VAT on the customs value plus shipping, insurance and duty.

Q4Is the UK code the same as the US HTS code?

Only the first 6 digits (9619.00) are the same. The US adds its own digits and rates: see the US HTS code for diapers.

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