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
10%
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
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