Multiwall Paper Shipping Sacks for Flour from Germany
These are multiwall paper bags typically consisting of 2-5 plies of kraft paper, designed for bulk shipping of flour with high burst strength to prevent tearing during transport. They fall under HTS 4819.40.00.20 as shipping sacks and multiwall bags, excluding grocers' bags, specifically for industrial packaging of dry goods.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify multiwall construction (at least 2 plies) and ensure basis weight meets shipping sack standards to avoid reclassification
• Provide mill test certificates confirming kraft paper composition and burst strength for customs compliance
• Avoid printing that dominates the primary packaging function, as it may shift to Chapter 49