Rigid Cardboard Jewelry Box from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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