Came 盒

📦 Came Box (Came 盒)

🌐 HS Code Reference & Customs Clearance Guide | 2026 Latest Tariff Analysis | Professional Clearance Strategy
📌 I. Product Definition & Classification: Do You Really Understand "Came Box"?

The "Came Box" is a versatile packaging container used primarily in office, retail, or industrial settings. Its classification depends entirely on its material composition and specific shape/function. Since "Came" does not specify a single material, it can fall under either paper-based or plastic-based categories, leading to different HS codes and tariff implications.

⚠️ Key Distinction Point:
- If the box is made of Paper/Cardboard → It falls under Chapter 48 (Paper/Paperboard).
- If the box is made of Plastic → It falls under Chapter 39 (Plastics).
- Common Thread: All options listed below are subject to significant US import duties due to China origin.

📋 II. HS Code Classification Details (2026 Latest Tariff Authority Comparison)

🔍 Critical Reminder:
- Paper vs. Plastic: The primary differentiator is the material. If the "Came Box" is a cardboard carton, use 48xx; if it's a hard plastic case, use 3923.10. - 122 Clauses: All listed HS codes are subject to the "122 Clause" additional tariff (10%), which targets specific goods from China. - Section 301: All items are subject to the standard 25% additional tariff under Section 301.

💰 III. 2026 Latest Tariff Rate Breakdown (Including Surcharges & Policy Add-ons)

✅ Applicable Country: USA (US)
✅ Country of Origin: China (CN)
✅ Effective Date: Current rates apply as of 2025-2026

🎯 1. 4819.60.00.00 & 4819.50.40.40 —— Paper/Cardboard Boxes (Sections 301 + 122)

📌 Explanation:
- Base 0%: Paper boxes generally have low base duties. - 35% Total: The heavy burden comes from the 25% Section 301 tariff (trade war related) and the 10% 122 Clause tariff. - Note: Both 4819.60.00.00 and 4819.50.40.40 share the same tax structure for China-origin goods.

🎯 2. 3923.10.20.00 & 3923.10.90.00 —— Plastic Boxes (Sections 301 + 122)

📌 Explanation:
- Base 3%: Plastic containers have a slightly higher base duty than paper boxes. - 38% Total: The 25% Section 301 and 10% 122 Clause apply on top of the base, resulting in a higher total rate than paper equivalents. - Distinction: 3923.10.20.00 is for specific plastic boxes/crates, while 3923.10.90.00 is for "other" plastic containers. Both incur the same total rate for China origin.

🛠️ IV. Customs Clearance Practical Advice (Real-World Pitfall Guide)

✅ 1. Required Documentation Checklist (None Can Be Missing)

✅ 2. Declaration Tips (Key Mantra)

🔥 "Material First, Shape Second, Name Precise, Tax Avoided!"

✅ 3. Special Case Handling

🌍 V. Global Main Market Comparison (2026 Latest)

📌 Conclusion:
- USA is the most costly market for "Came Boxes" due to the combined 35-38% effective duty rate. - Paper boxes are slightly cheaper to import into the US than plastic boxes (35% vs. 38%).

📌 VI. Common Mistakes & Pitfall Guide (Lessons Learned)

❌ Mistake 1: Declaring a Plastic Box as a Paper Box to save 3%
👉 Consequence: Customs audit → Penalty + Back Taxes + Delayed Release.

❌ Mistake 2: Ignoring the 122 Clause (10%)
👉 Consequence: Under-declaring duties → Seizure of goods or significant fines.

❌ Mistake 3: Assuming De Minimis ($800) applies
👉 Consequence: ❌ Wrong! Section 301 and 122 Clause goods are excluded from de minimis. Even small shipments pay duty.

❌ Mistake 4: Vague Description "Box" on Invoice
👉 Consequence: Customs cannot determine material → Request for more info → Delays.

✅ Correct Practice:

"Cardboard Packaging Box, Brown, Corrugated, Model XYZ, Made in China"
OR
"Rigid Plastic Storage Container, Blue, HDPE, Model ABC, Made in China"

🎯 VII. Conclusion: Professional Declaration, Save Money, Avoid Risks!

🎯 Remember the Mantra:

🔹 "Material is King, Paper 35, Plastic 38, 122 Clause Hits, No De Minimis!"
🔹 "HS Code Defines Life, 3% Difference Costs Thousands, Declaration Must Be Precise!"

📌 Pro Tip:
If your "Came Box" is originally made in China, no matter how you ship it, you will pay 35-38%.
If you have suppliers in Vietnam, Mexico, or Malaysia who substantially transform the boxes (not just repackaged), you may qualify for lower tariffs.
Recommendation: Apply for an Advance Ruling from US Customs (CBP) to confirm the correct HS code and avoid post-clearance audits.

📣 Immediate Action:

📞 Contact a licensed customs broker + Provide Product Material Spec + Verify 122 Clause applicability
🚀 Ensure your boxes clear customs smoothly, efficiently, and with minimal tax leakage!

✨ Professional Clearance Starts with Accurate Classification!
💼 Every cent of your cost deserves precise calculation!