What documents are required to import HS 48171000 into United States?

Typically required: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading / airway bill, certificate of origin (for preferential rates). Confirm latest requirements with USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) 2026.

How to calculate landed cost for importing HS 48171000 into United States?

Use CIF (goods + freight + insurance) × Free = import duty. Then add VAT/GST for import-stage taxes. Treayo provides an online calculator at https://treayo.cn/en/calculator/us.

WCO classification path

Chapter48Paper and paperboard
Heading4817Envelopes, letter cards, plain postcards and correspondence cards, of paper or paperboard; boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums, of paper or paperboard, containing an assortment of paper stationery
Subheading481710Envelopes
National48171000Envelopes

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What is the United States import tariff for HS 48171000 (Envelopes)?

Quick answer: United States MFN rate for HS 48171000 is Free.

"Envelopes"

HS code 4817.10.00.00 (Chapter 48 "Paper and paperboard"; Heading 4817 "Envelopes, letter cards, plain postcards and correspondence cards, of paper or paperboard; boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums, of paper or paperboard, containing an assortment of paper stationery"; Subheading 481710 "Envelopes") under the United States tariff schedule classifies "Envelopes". United States customs apply MFN rate of Free, Column 2 rate 35%. Statutory unit of measure: thousands.

Tariff Schedule

Classification	Rate	Legal
最惠国税率 (MFN) MFN rate	Free	Official tariff schedule
第二栏税率 Column 2 rate	35%	Official tariff schedule

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