Paper Shopping Tote Bags from Germany
Heavy-duty matte laminated paper totes with flat handles for luxury retail shopping. Classified in 4819.40.00.40 as other paper bags for packing consumer goods, excluding cones and food-specific packaging.
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
• Document lamination as under 20% plastic by weight to maintain paper heading
• Provide artwork proofs if printed to distinguish from chapter 49 printed matter
• Avoid 'reusable' claims that trigger textile or durability tests