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Ethylene Copolymer Mailer Bag from Japan

Padded or plain polyethylene mailer bags for shipping e-commerce parcels, with predominant ethylene monomer content. Fits HTS 3923.21.00.95 as 'Other' sacks of ethylene polymers, excluding trash liners. Self-sealing adhesive strips make them ideal for postal use.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Conduct monomer analysis if copolymers exceed 5% non-ethylene to confirm predominant ethylene for 3923.21 classification

• Provide end-use statements distinguishing from trash bags to avoid CBP reclassification