GCC reference snapshot collected March 2026. Current national application has not been verified. No effective date is available. The data review on September 11, 2026 does not update the rates. Reference source.

United Arab Emirates Customs Tariff for HS Code 481890000002

Face masks For general use

كمامات للاستعمالات العامة

Dubai Customs published reference

Schedule duty or measure: 5 %.

source checked .

Dubai Customs HSCodeMaster v3.3, worksheet HSCodeMaster, row 6750.

Products listed under this code (1 source entries)
  • Other similar paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres, of a kind used for household or sanitary purposes, in rolls of a width not exceeding 36 cm, or cut to size or shape - Face masks For general use

Dubai Customs published reference (HSCodeMaster v3.3), not a consolidated current UAE-wide duty. The workbook supplies no line-level effective date. National exceptions, preferential origin, trade remedies, VAT, excise and import permissions are not determined here. The 12-digit transition depends on the declaration flow; Notice 02/2026 continues Phase 1 flexibility for 8-digit codes.

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Direct HS code answer for United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates HS Code 481890000002: 5 %

The cited published schedule reports 5 % for Face masks For general use.Source status: not assessed. Verify the exact national tariff line, origin treatment, taxes, restrictions, and current customs guidance before using this information in a declaration.

Customs tariff summary

Country
United Arab Emirates
HS / tariff code
481890000002
Description
Face masks For general use
Chapter
48 —
Heading
4818
Subheading
481890
Reference duty value
5 %
VAT / tax
Check local VAT and excise rules for the import destination.
Unit / basis
Not listed in this tariff line
Source / vintage
Dubai Customs HSCodeMaster v3.3, worksheet HSCodeMaster, row 6750

Customs Duty

5 %

Import permission

not assessed

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Details

HS Code
481890000002
Chapter
48 —
Heading
4818
Subheading
481890

Compare HS code 481890000002 across GCC countries

Each destination shows its own source label. Oman uses its national schedule; Qatar and UAE entries may cite their separately published references and unresolved exceptions. Other entries retain the historical GCC reference. National codes, duty notes, restrictions and tax treatment can differ; verify with the destination customs authority.

Related HS Codes (Heading 4818)

HS CodeDescriptionDuty
481810000000- Toilet paper5 %Dubai Customs published reference
481820000001Cleansing tissues5 %Dubai Customs published reference
481820000002Towels5 %Dubai Customs published reference
481820000003Rolls of Handkerchiefs5 %Dubai Customs published reference
481830100000- - - Tablecloths5 %Dubai Customs published reference
481830900000- - - Other5 %Dubai Customs published reference
481850000000- Articles of apparel and Clothing accessories5 %Dubai Customs published reference
481890000001Face masks for medical use5 %Dubai Customs published reference
481890009999Other5 %Dubai Customs published reference

Data source: Dubai Customs HSCodeMaster v3.3 reference; national exceptions and declaration rules require confirmation. Historical reference rates exclude VAT, excise and other national measures. Separate national entries preserve the columns printed by their source; these are not a complete shipment assessment. Full disclaimer.