Paper Shopping Tote Bags from Japan
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 — 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
• 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