Cardboard Fiber Shipping Drums

Cylindrical fiber drums made from wound paperboard layers, used for shipping chemicals, powders, and industrial materials. They fall under HTS 4819.50.4020 as fiber drums, a type of packing container designed for bulk transport and storage.

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 printed with motifs or labels integral to marketing

Printed paper packaging with primary decorative elements shifts to other packing containers per chapter notes excluding subsidiary printing.

4819.20.00Same rate: 35%

If sold as pre-assembled boxes rather than tubular drums

Flat-folded or rigid cartons classify under boxes/cases, differing from wound tubular fiber structures.

4822.10.00Same rate: 35%

If for retail sale as empty display containers

Commercial display tubs/baskets fall under brooms/decorative articles if not primarily for packing bulk goods.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify drum construction meets UN certification if hazardous materials are involved; include test reports in documentation

Label with accurate fiber composition and capacity to comply with HTS specificity; common pitfall is confusing with plastic-lined versions

Obtain supplier specs confirming paperboard-only construction to avoid reclassification as composite goods