Corrugated Cardboard Shipping Boxes from Japan
These are sturdy, double-walled corrugated cardboard boxes designed for shipping consumer goods like electronics and apparel. They fall under HTS 4819.50.40.60 as other packing containers made of paperboard, specifically for general shipping and storage purposes, not specialized for records or files.
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
• Verify box construction meets paperboard specifications; provide mill test certificates for fiber content if audited
• Label shipments clearly to distinguish from record sleeves or office files to avoid reclassification