Envelopes
Envelopes, letter cards, plain postcards and correspondence cards, of paper or paperboard; boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums, of paper or paperboard, containing an assortment of paper stationery: > Envelopes
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Products classified under HTS 4817.10.00.00
White #10 Business Envelopes
Standard #10 envelopes made from 24 lb white wove paper, measuring 4-1/8 x 9-1/2 inches with gummed flaps for secure sealing. These are classified under HTS 4817.10.00.00 as plain paper envelopes designed for mailing letters and documents. They lack printing or decoration beyond basic functionality.
Security Tint #9 Envelopes
Double window #9 envelopes with security tint pattern inside to prevent document visibility, made from 24 lb paper, size 3-7/8 x 8-7/8 inches. Classified under HTS 4817.10.00.00 as functional envelopes where tint serves security, not decorative printing. Used for check mailing and confidential correspondence.
Clasp Closure Kraft Envelopes
Heavy-duty 6 x 9 inch kraft paper envelopes with metal clasp and reinforced gum seal for reusable shipping. Made from 28 lb unbleached kraft paper meeting basic envelope specs. HTS 4817.10.00.00 covers these as correspondence envelopes despite clasp for secure, multiple-use mailing.
Pee-Chee Yellow Manila Folders Envelopes
9 x 12 inch open-end manila envelopes styled like file folders, made from 28 lb yellow kraft paper with gum closure. Designed for document organization and mailing, classified as envelopes under HTS 4817.10.00.00. Folder-like design serves correspondence primary use.
Airmail Lightweight Envelopes
International airmail envelopes made from 16 lb lightweight blue paper, size C6 (114 x 162 mm) with red/green diamond pattern border. Border considered minor per chapter notes, classifying as plain envelopes under HTS 4817.10.00.00. Optimized for overseas postage weight limits.
Tyvek Open-End Catalog Envelopes
10 x 13 inch white Tyvek synthetic paper envelopes with open-end design for catalogs and large mailings. Tyvek classified as paper per trade rulings despite synthetic origin, under HTS 4817.10.00.00. High tear strength suits heavy-duty mailing.
Double Window #10 Security Envelopes
Standard business #10 envelopes (4-1/8 x 9-1/2 inches) with two transparent windows and interior security tint, 24 lb paper. Windows allow address and return visibility for automated billing. HTS 4817.10.00.00 as functional envelopes for correspondence.
Padded Bubble Mailers
6 x 10 inch kraft paper mailers with internal polyethylene bubble lining for cushioning fragile items. Paper exterior predominates, classifying as envelopes under HTS 4817.10.00.00 per material rulings. Used for small e-commerce shipments.
Legal Size Clasp Envelopes
9 x 14-1/2 inch tan kraft clasp envelopes for legal documents, 28 lb paper with double prong metal clasp. Resealable design for court filings and contracts. HTS 4817.10.00.00 as heavy correspondence envelopes.
Coin Envelopes Small Cotton Candy
2-1/4 x 3-1/2 inch small cotton candy colored coin envelopes, 20 lb paper for sorting change and small parts. Open-end style with gum seal. HTS 4817.10.00.00 covers miniature correspondence-style envelopes.
Baronial Invitation Envelopes
4Bar size (4 x 5-1/8 inches) pearl white baronial flap envelopes for wedding invitations, 32 lb paper. Pointed baroque flaps distinguish style. Plain paper classifies under HTS 4817.10.00.00.
Expansion Document Envelopes
9 x 12 x 1-3/4 inch brown kraft expanding envelopes for thick documents, 40 lb paper with Velcro closure. Gusset design for 1-inch capacity. HTS 4817.10.00.00 as specialized correspondence envelopes.
Polybubble Protective Mailers
White paper exterior with heavy poly bubble interior, 10 x 13 inch for photos/electronics. Paper dominant per rulings. HTS 4817.10.00.00 for protective mailing envelopes.
Woven Poly Kraft Mailers
12 x 15-1/2 inch heavy kraft with woven poly reinforcement for tear resistance, pressure-sensitive closure. For magazine bulk mail. Paper matrix classifies HTS 4817.10.00.00.
Catalog Envelopes Open End
6-1/2 x 9-1/2 inch white wove open-end catalog envelopes, thumb notch, 28 lb paper for flat mailings. Long edge flap. HTS 4817.10.00.00 standard catalog correspondence.