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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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4819.30.00Same rate: 35%

If weighted over 115 g/m² resembling paperboard pouches

Heavier paperboard envelopes may fall under 4819 sacks/bags depending on construction.

4820.90.00Same rate: 35%

If sold as loose sheets cut to envelope size without folding

Chapter notes exclude cut sheets from 4820, but unfinished envelopes could shift there.

4202.92Lower: 27.6% vs 35%

If featuring substantial textile or travel case elements

Writing compendiums with envelopes classify under Chapter 42 if structured like luggage.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify kraft paper fiber content (80% sulfate if applicable) per subheading notes to validate classification

Declare clasp as metal component separately for accurate duty calculation on mixed materials

Avoid overstating reusability claims that could trigger classification as boxes under 4817.30

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