Cardboard Fiber Shipping Drums from Germany
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.
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
• 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