White #10 Business Envelopes from China
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.
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
• Verify envelope dimensions and paper weight match declarations to avoid reclassification as printed matter under Chapter 49
• Provide mill test certificates confirming paper composition if basis weight exceeds common thresholds for paperboard
• Check for prohibited content in gum adhesive to comply with FDA and customs chemical regulations