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Metal Paper Tray Organizer

A stackable steel tray system for sorting A4 or letter-size papers on office desks, with slanted fronts for easy access. Classified under HTS 8304.00.00.00 as a paper tray of base metal for desk-top use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.9%+12.5%16.4%
🇲🇽Mexico3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇨🇦Canada3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4819.60.00.00Higher: 37.5% vs 16.4%

If primarily plastic with minimal metal components

Plastic-dominated paper trays fall under Chapter 48 for cardboard or paper articles.

9403Lower: 12.5% vs 16.4%

If part of a larger assembled desk set classified as furniture

When sold in sets with other furniture elements, it may be under 9403 as office furniture parts.

8309.90.00Higher: 40.1% vs 16.4%

If for bulk, non-office specific metal trays

Trays without office features are miscellaneous base metal products in 8309.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure trays are marketed and invoiced as 'desk-top' to prevent confusion with wholesale packaging trays

• Provide photos and dimensions in documentation to confirm office/desk functionality

• Check for anti-dumping duties on steel imports from specific countries