4819.10.00 - Cartons, boxes and cases, of corrugated paper or paperboard

This HTS category, 4819.10.00, specifically covers cartons, boxes, and cases constructed from corrugated paper or paperboard. These items are characterized by their layered structure, typically consisting of one or more fluted or wavy inner layers sandwiched between flat linerboard, providing inherent strength and cushioning properties. This construction makes them suitable for a wide range of packaging applications, from shipping containers to product display boxes where structural integrity is paramount.

It is important to distinguish this category from its siblings. While all fall under the broader heading of paper and paperboard packing containers, 4819.10.00 is exclusively for corrugated materials. For instance, 4819.20.00 covers similar items like folding cartons and boxes, but these are made from non-corrugated paper or paperboard, lacking the distinctive ridged internal structure. Similarly, other sibling categories address sacks, bags, and office-type storage articles, which have different forms and functions.

Within 4819.10.00, further subdivisions exist to provide more granular classification. The subcategory 4819.10.00.20 is dedicated to sanitary food and beverage containers, implying specific requirements for food contact safety and hygiene. The remaining items, not fitting the sanitary criteria, are captured under the broader "Other" subcategory, 4819.10.00.40, encompassing a diverse array of general-purpose corrugated paper or paperboard cartons, boxes, and cases.