Foodservice Takeout Box

White clamshell paperboard box for sandwiches or salads, coated for grease resistance. Classifies under HTS 4819.50.40 as other packing, suitable for non-cooking food transport. Polyethylene lining prevents leakage.

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.

4810.92Lower: 10% vs 35%

If multi-ply waxed for baking

Cooking papers with heat treatments in 4810.

2106.90Lower: 16.4% vs 35%

If pre-filled with sauces

Prepared food containers classify as food.

3923.10.90Higher: 38% vs 35%

If plastic clamshell dominant

CPET/foil plastic trays in plastics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify FDA 21 CFR 176.170 compliance; test for microwave if claimed; stack limits declared

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