Molded Pulp Party Dessert Plate

Small, sturdy plate made from compressed paper pulp for serving desserts at events. Falls under HTS 4823.70.0020 as a molded or pressed paper pulp plate cut to size.

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.

4819.20.00Same rate: 35%

If in box/carton form for retail sale

Boxes and cartons of paper, even for tableware, classify under 4819 regardless of pulp type.

4823.20Lower: 10% vs 35%

If manufactured with honeycomb paper core

Honeycomb paper filter material articles shift to specific 4823.20 subheading.

4415.10Lower: 20.7% vs 35%

If predominantly wood pulp with pressed wood particles

Wood-based pressed shapes may classify under chapter 44 if fiber exceeds paper definitions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include production process affidavits specifying pulp molding to defend against 4820 downgrades

Test for compostability if marketing as biodegradable to support accurate HTS claims

Package in moisture-proof cartons for humid import routes like Southeast Asia