Rigid Cardboard Jewelry Box

A sturdy, rigid box made from paperboard designed specifically for packaging fine jewelry such as rings, necklaces, and earrings. It features a hinged lid and interior padding to protect delicate items during shipping and display. Classified under HTS 4819.50.4040 as a rigid box used as a packing container.

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.

4819.50Same rate: 35%

If not rigid but flexible or folding

Flexible paperboard cartons fall under the broader 'other' subheading rather than rigid boxes.

4202.92Lower: 27.6% vs 35%

If lined with leather or substantial textile interior

Outer cases with significant leather/textile material shift to luggage/travel goods chapter.

7117.90Lower: 21% vs 35%

If specifically designed and sold as imitation jewelry packaging

Special provision for boxes imitating materials used for jewelry classified in Chapter 71.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the box rigidity and paperboard construction meets HTS criteria; provide lab tests if challenged by customs

Include detailed packing specifications in commercial invoice to distinguish from flexible cartons

Avoid misclassification as Chapter 49 if any printed motifs dominate over packing function

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