Water-Activated Adhesive Packing Tape Roll from China
A roll of paper-based packing tape with water-activated gummed adhesive for secure carton sealing in shipping. Classified under HTS 4811.49.21.00 as adhesive paper in rolls, distinct from plastic tapes or self-adhesives.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document activation method (water vs pressure-sensitive) to distinguish from self-adhesive under 4811.41
• Ensure roll width and length specs are noted; strips narrower than 15cm may face scrutiny
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as 3919 if backing mistaken for plastic