HS code for paper plates & cups

HS code

4823.69

US HTS code

4823.69.00

US general duty

Free

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 21 (2026), effective 10/09/2026 · checked 2026-10-28

Trays, dishes, plates and cups of paper (not bamboo) are 4823.69.

US tariff lines under 4823.69

US HTS code	Description	General duty
4823.69.00	Trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like, of paper or paperboard › Other 2 statistical suffixes (10-digit codes) 4823.69.00.20 — Cups and round nested food containers 4823.69.00.40 — Other	Free

Import duty on paper plates & cups by country

Import into the US

Free

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Import into the UK

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Import into the EU

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Extra duties may apply

The general rate applies to most countries. Imports from some countries also pay additional duties under Chapter 99 of the HTS, such as Section 301 tariffs on many Chinese goods. Check the current measures for your country of origin before you order.

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Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the HS code for paper plates & cups?

The international HS code for paper plates & cups is 4823.69. Trays, dishes, plates and cups of paper (not bamboo) are 4823.69.

Q2What is the US import duty on paper plates & cups?

Under HTS 4823.69.00, the US general duty rate is Free. Goods from some countries pay additional duties on top of this rate.

Q3What is the 10-digit HTS code for paper plates & cups?

The first 8 digits set the duty; the last 2 are statistical and depend on details such as material or who the product is for. The full list of US codes under 4823.69 is in the table above.

Q4Is the HS code the same in every country?

The first 6 digits (4823.69) are the same in every country that uses the Harmonized System. The digits after that, and the duty rates, are set by each country.

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Classification guidance only, not a binding ruling or customs advice. The right code depends on your product’s exact material, function and construction. For certainty, request a binding ruling from U.S. Customs and Border Protection or ask a licensed customs broker.