| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4819400020 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4823908680 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4805915000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4202295000 | Doc | 62.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4819400040 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Product Name: PAPERBAG
Classification HS Codes and Tax Information:
✅ HS CODE: 4819400020
Description: Other bags and packaging bags, including conical packaging bags; transport packaging bags and multi-layer packaging bags, excluding grocery bags for food
- Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
- Breakdown:
- Base Tariff: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Notes:
- This code is suitable for general-purpose paper bags, not for food packaging.
- Ensure the product is not classified under food packaging categories to avoid misclassification.
✅ HS CODE: 4823908680
Description: Other paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and cellulose fiber nets, cut to certain dimensions or shapes; other articles made of pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or cellulose fiber nets
- Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
- Breakdown:
- Base Tariff: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Notes:
- This code is for paper products that are cut or shaped, not for finished packaging bags.
- Not ideal for standard paper bags unless the product is in raw or semi-finished form.
✅ HS CODE: 4805915000
Description: Uncoated paper for making paper bags, weighing not more than 150 g/m², and not more than 15 g/m² in weight
- Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
- Breakdown:
- Base Tariff: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Notes:
- This code is for raw paper used in the production of paper bags.
- Not suitable for finished paper bags unless the product is in raw form.
✅ HS CODE: 4202295000
Description: Pouches mainly or wholly covered with paper
- Total Tax Rate: 62.8%
- Breakdown:
- Base Tariff: 7.8%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Notes:
- This code is for pouches made primarily of paper.
- Higher tax rate due to the base tariff of 7.8%.
- Ensure the product is not classified under other paper bag categories to avoid overpayment.
✅ HS CODE: 4819400040
Description: Paper or paperboard boxes, cases, bags and other packaging containers, including paper bags for use in shops, etc.
- Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
- Breakdown:
- Base Tariff: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Notes:
- This is the most likely correct code for standard paper bags used in retail or packaging.
- Confirm the product is not for food use, as that would fall under a different category.
📌 Proactive Advice:
- Verify Material and Unit Price: Confirm the exact material (e.g., paper type, weight, coating) and unit price to ensure correct classification.
- Check Required Certifications: Some products may require specific certifications (e.g., environmental, safety) depending on the destination country.
- Review Tariff Changes: Be aware that the special tariff after April 11, 2025 will increase the total tax by 5% (from 55% to 60% or 62.8% in some cases).
- Consult Local Customs Authority: For final confirmation, always cross-check with local customs or a qualified customs broker.
Product Name: PAPERBAG
Classification HS Codes and Tax Information:
✅ HS CODE: 4819400020
Description: Other bags and packaging bags, including conical packaging bags; transport packaging bags and multi-layer packaging bags, excluding grocery bags for food
- Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
- Breakdown:
- Base Tariff: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Notes:
- This code is suitable for general-purpose paper bags, not for food packaging.
- Ensure the product is not classified under food packaging categories to avoid misclassification.
✅ HS CODE: 4823908680
Description: Other paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and cellulose fiber nets, cut to certain dimensions or shapes; other articles made of pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or cellulose fiber nets
- Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
- Breakdown:
- Base Tariff: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Notes:
- This code is for paper products that are cut or shaped, not for finished packaging bags.
- Not ideal for standard paper bags unless the product is in raw or semi-finished form.
✅ HS CODE: 4805915000
Description: Uncoated paper for making paper bags, weighing not more than 150 g/m², and not more than 15 g/m² in weight
- Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
- Breakdown:
- Base Tariff: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Notes:
- This code is for raw paper used in the production of paper bags.
- Not suitable for finished paper bags unless the product is in raw form.
✅ HS CODE: 4202295000
Description: Pouches mainly or wholly covered with paper
- Total Tax Rate: 62.8%
- Breakdown:
- Base Tariff: 7.8%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Notes:
- This code is for pouches made primarily of paper.
- Higher tax rate due to the base tariff of 7.8%.
- Ensure the product is not classified under other paper bag categories to avoid overpayment.
✅ HS CODE: 4819400040
Description: Paper or paperboard boxes, cases, bags and other packaging containers, including paper bags for use in shops, etc.
- Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
- Breakdown:
- Base Tariff: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Notes:
- This is the most likely correct code for standard paper bags used in retail or packaging.
- Confirm the product is not for food use, as that would fall under a different category.
📌 Proactive Advice:
- Verify Material and Unit Price: Confirm the exact material (e.g., paper type, weight, coating) and unit price to ensure correct classification.
- Check Required Certifications: Some products may require specific certifications (e.g., environmental, safety) depending on the destination country.
- Review Tariff Changes: Be aware that the special tariff after April 11, 2025 will increase the total tax by 5% (from 55% to 60% or 62.8% in some cases).
- Consult Local Customs Authority: For final confirmation, always cross-check with local customs or a qualified customs broker.
Customer Reviews
The info is there, but I wish the page had a search function to filter by product type. Still, the details on HS code 4202295000 were useful.
I was looking for HS codes for paper bags and found 4819400020. The notes about avoiding food packaging classification were super helpful.
Good breakdown of the tax rates, especially the special tariff after April 11, 2025. It helped me plan better for my exports.
The HS code 4819400040 was exactly what I needed for my paper bags. The description and notes were very clear.