Heavy-Duty Kraft Paper Grocery Bag from China
A large sack made from unbleached kraft paper with a base width exceeding 40 cm, designed for carrying groceries and bulk items in retail settings. It falls under HTS 4819.30.0040 as a sack with a base of 40 cm or more, classified as 'other' packing containers not specified elsewhere in the subheading. These bags are sturdy, recyclable, and commonly used by supermarkets.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
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)
Import Tips
• Verify base width measurement exceeds 40 cm with precise documentation to avoid reclassification to smaller bag subheadings
• Ensure supplier provides mill test certificates confirming paper composition to meet HTS paperboard requirements
• Label bags clearly with country of origin and recycling symbols to comply with FDA and EPA import regulations