Poster Mailing Fiber Tubes from Germany
Protective fiber tubes with plastic end plugs for shipping posters, maps, and artwork via mail. Paperboard body qualifies under HTS 4819.50.4020 as similar containers despite minor plastic ends.
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
• Quantify plastic ends as <10% by weight to maintain paper classification
• Customs may require disassembly photos showing fiber dominance