Corrugated Produce Box

Ventilated corrugated paperboard carton for shipping fresh fruits and vegetables while maintaining sanitary conditions. Classified in HTS 4819.10.00.20 as a sanitary food container due to its corrugated construction and role in hygienic produce transport.

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.

4819.50.20Same rate: 35%

If reusable or for non-food bulk goods

Non-sanitary or multi-use packing containers go to other categories in 4819.50.

4819.20.00Same rate: 35%

If flat or non-corrugated board construction

Corrugation is key; without it, classifies as non-corrugated folding cartons.

4823.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If treated as a simple paper article rather than container

Other paper articles outside packing container scope fall into 4823.90.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ventilation holes must not compromise food safety—test for microbial resistance if waxed

Declare exact corrugation type (e.g

C-flute) to affirm 4819.10 status; avoid generic 'box' descriptions

Align with USDA import requirements for produce packaging alongside CBP filings