Corrugated Produce Box from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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