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Heavy Duty Paper Sandbag from Japan

Kraft paper sandbag with gusset base over 40 cm for flood control and construction fill, designed for stacking durability. Under HTS 4819.30.00 as a paper sack for bulk loose materials with qualifying base width.

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

• Provide evidence of wet-strength treatment if applicable for flood use compliance

• Count plies accurately; 3+ ply typical for duty verification