Perforated Kraft Interleaving Paper Roll
Kraft paper rolls with ventilation perforations, used for interleaving cheese or produce packaging to allow air circulation. The perforations are the defining feature, and the paper is not of the kind described in heading 48.03. It is classified under tariff item 4808.90.00 as other perforated paper.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the paper is not perforated and is simply kraft paper in rolls
Unperforated kraft paper would fall under heading 48.04, specifically sack kraft paper or other kraft paper.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the perforations are a deliberate processing step for ventilation, not merely incidental
• Confirm the roll width exceeds 36 cm to meet Chapter 48 Note 8 dimensional requirements
• Keep records of the perforation pattern and purpose to justify classification under heading 48.08
Related Products under Tariff item 4808.90.00
Corrugated Cardboard Roll
Corrugated cardboard roll is single-faced corrugated paper in rolls, featuring a fluted corrugated medium glued to a flat liner, used for wrapping and packaging. The product is classified under 4808.90.00 as corrugated paper in rolls, not of the kind described in heading 48.03.
Corrugated Fluting Medium Roll
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Corrugated Honeycomb Paper Roll
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Creped Absorbent Liner Roll
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