Multiwall Paper Grocery Bag from Japan
A heavy-duty paper bag made from multi-ply kraft paper, designed for carrying groceries with handles and a base width exceeding 40 cm to provide stability for heavy loads. It falls under HTS 4819.30.00 as a sack or bag with a base of 40 cm or more, used primarily for retail packing of food items.
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
• Verify base width measures at least 40 cm when flat to confirm classification under 4819.30.00; smaller bases shift to 4819.40
• Provide mill test certificates showing paper composition to avoid misclassification as plastic-laminated goods under Chapter 39
• Ensure bags are imported in bulk rolls or flat packs, not pre-filled, to prevent duties under retail packaging rules