4819.40.00.20 - Shipping sacks and multiwall bags, other than grocers' bags

This HTS classification, 4819.40.00.20, specifically designates shipping sacks and multiwall bags that are not grocers' bags. These are typically robust paper or paperboard containers designed for the bulk transport of goods, often featuring multiple layers of paper to provide strength and protection. Examples include bags used for cement, fertilizers, animal feed, or other industrial and agricultural products. The defining characteristic is their utility as a primary means of packaging for shipping, differentiating them from smaller, lighter-duty bags.

Within the broader category of "Other sacks and bags, including cones," this particular subheading distinguishes itself from its sibling, 4819.40.00.40, which covers "Other" sacks and bags. While the scope of "Other" is broad, 4819.40.00.20 is more specific to the heavy-duty, multi-layered construction and intended use for shipping substantial quantities of materials. Grocers' bags, which are excluded, are generally simpler in construction and designed for retail sale of food items.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS, there are no further subcategories to introduce. The classification relies on the explicit definition of "shipping sacks and multiwall bags, other than grocers' bags" to accurately categorize goods. Importers and exporters must ensure that the merchandise meets these specific criteria regarding construction (e.g., multiwall) and intended application (e.g., shipping bulk materials) to ensure correct classification under this subheading.