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Kraft Paper Grocery Bags

Brown kraft paper bags with twisted handles designed for carrying groceries from stores. These fall under HTS 4819.40.00.40 as other sacks and bags of paper used for packing and retail carryout, distinct from specialized cones or retail packaging sets.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4819.50.40Same rate: 35%

If containing plastic sheeting

Bags with polyethylene lining shift to plastic article dominant classification.

6305.90.00Lower: 23.7% vs 35%

If textile fabric construction

If made primarily of woven jute or cotton, falls under textile bags.

4821.90.20Same rate: 35%

If sold as retail packaging set

Pre-printed branded bags for consumer sale may classify as labels or tags.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify paper fiber content exceeds 50% to avoid reclassification under plastic heading 3923

Include mill test certificates showing grammage and burst strength for customs valuation

Label as 'not for food contact' if uncoated to prevent FDA scrutiny