Rigid Gift Chocolate Box from Japan
Hard paperboard carton for premium chocolate assortments, featuring a windowed lid and ribbon tie for gift presentation. Provides structural protection for fragile confectionery during shipping. HTS 4819.50.4040 applies to such rigid packing boxes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Specify grammage and fiber content in docs; ensure >200 g/m² for typical rigid box verification
• If printed heavily, confirm packing is primary use per Chapter Note to avoid Chapter 49
• Bundle with chocolates? Declare separately to prevent set classification issues