Spiral Wound Paperboard Mailing Tubes

Telescoping or end-capped paperboard tubes for mailing posters, blueprints, and fragile documents securely. Under HTS 4819.50.4020 as similar tubular packing containers.

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.

4817.20Lower: 10% vs 35%

If letter envelopes or flat mailers

Folded or flat paper envelopes classify under envelopes, not rigid tubes.

4820.90.00Same rate: 35%

If cut to fixed size with office file features

Chapter notes exclude sized sheets/cards from 4820, but office trays differ.

3923.10Lower: 13% vs 35%

If plastic end caps predominant

Articles with plastic closures where plastic imparts character go to Chapter 39.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify length/diameter ranges and end cap material (paper only) to confirm tube status

Include burst strength data if over 200 g/m² to align with fiberboard specs