In the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), Heading 4819.10.00 covers cartons, boxes, and cases made of corrugated paper or paperboard.

These products are commonly used for packaging, shipping, and transporting a wide variety of goods.

For importers, understanding the tariff classification is crucial for proper documentation, pricing, and compliance with U.S. Customs regulations.

Here’s a breakdown of the relevant tariff lines under this heading:

1. General vs. Special Rates

• General Rate: This is the standard tariff rate applied to imports from most countries that have normal trade relations (NTR) with the United States. In this case, the general duty rate is Free, meaning there is no tariff imposed on these products from most trading partners.

• Special Rate: This applies when the product is imported under a special trade program or agreement, such as free trade agreements (FTAs). While the table lists “Special” as a column, the absence of values typically means the general rate already provides full duty-free treatment, or specific country-related rates would be found in the full HTSUS schedule.

2. Detailed Subheadings

Under the general heading 4819.10.00, there are two important subcategories:

• 4819.10.00.20 – Sanitary Food and Beverage Containers

  • These are typically corrugated paperboard containers used for food safety and hygiene, such as containers for milk, juice, or takeout food.

  • The unit of quantity is kilograms (kg).

• 4819.10.00.40 – Other

  • This includes all other types of cartons, boxes, and cases that are not specifically designed for sanitary food or beverage use, such as shipping cartons, moving boxes, or retail packaging.

  • Also measured in kilograms (kg).

Here is a structured table summarizing this tariff information:

📦 U.S. Tariff Rates for Heading 4819.10.00

Summary

If you’re importing corrugated cartons, boxes, or cases into the United States under heading 4819.10.00, you’re in luck — they enter the U.S. duty-free under the general tariff schedule.

Whether you’re shipping sanitary food containers or general packaging, there are no import duties as long as your country qualifies under normal trade relations.

However, always verify current HTSUS updates and consult a customs broker or compliance expert to ensure accurate classification and eligibility, especially for special trade programs or preference rules of origin.