Plastic Candy Cone Bag
Cone-shaped bags made from transparent PVC or PET, designed for bulk candy sales. These bags are gathered at the top with a ribbon tie and are used for packing goods. They are classified under this tariff item as sacks and bags (including cones) of plastics other than polyethylene, as PVC and PET are plastics of headings 39.04 and 39.07 respectively.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the bags are intended for pharmaceutical or medical product packaging
This item covers bags for vaccines and other medical products, which are excluded from the 'Other' item.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the material composition (PVC or PET) and declare it accurately on the commercial invoice
• Ensure the bags are not printed with designs that could classify them under Chapter 49
• Verify the bags are not for medical use, which would fall under the sibling tariff item
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