Paper Pulp Electronics Cushions

Custom-molded pulp cushions for protecting smartphones or tablets during shipping. Classified in HTS 4823.90.1000 for shaped paper pulp packaging articles. Provides shock absorption from recycled materials.

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.

3921.19.00Higher: 41.5% vs 35%

If for industrial end-use with plastic-like durability

Rigid foam plastics for packaging are in 3921, if pulp mimics plastic performance.

4819.20.00Same rate: 35%

If die-cut from paperboard boxes

Folding boxes of paperboard go to 4819.20, not molded pulp.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test for ESD properties if anti-static treated; document mold design for shape specificity; avoid combining with foam to prevent composite classification

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