Brown Paper Grocery Bags
Heavy-duty kraft paper bags used for carrying groceries from stores, featuring twisted handles and a flat bottom for stability. Classified under HTS 4819.40.00 as other sacks and bags of paper, distinct from specialized sack kraft paper in 4804 or retail packaging in 4819.30.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made from sack kraft paper in rolls meeting Mullen burst specs
Uncut sack kraft paper for bags falls under 4804 before conversion into finished sacks.
If for retail sale with printed logos or designs
Sacks with subsidiary printing remain in 4819.30, but prominent motifs move to chapter 49.
If reinforced with textile materials
Bags with significant textile components are classified under other paper/tilex articles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify paper is unprinted and not coated to stay in 4819.40; printed bags shift to chapter 49
• Provide mill test certificates confirming basis weight and fiber content to customs
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