Industrial Cement Paper Sacks from Japan
Multi-wall kraft paper sacks with valve bottoms for packaging 50kg cement bags. These qualify under 4819.40.00.40 as other paper packing containers for bulk industrial materials.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Submit Mullen burst test results confirming sack kraft specs if challenged
• Declare ply construction details; multi-wall often scrutinized for components
• Use ISPM-15 compliant pallets to prevent fumigation delays