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Chemical Pulp Kaolin-Coated Kraft Coreboard

This is a robust 190 g/m² kraft coreboard, uniformly bleached with more than 95% chemical pulp, and coated on one side with kaolin. It is used for tubes and cores, and is not of a kind used for writing, printing or graphic purposes. It meets the criteria of tariff item 4810.32.00 as heavy coated kraft paperboard.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree+50.0%50%
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4810.92.00Same rate: Free

If the paperboard is not bleached uniformly throughout

This covers other coated multi-ply paper and paperboard with different bleaching or fibre characteristics.

4811.59.00Same rate: Free

If the coating is not solely kaolin or other inorganic substances

Coatings of plastics or other materials would move the product to heading 48.11.

4822.10.00Same rate: Free

If the coreboard is converted into tubes, cones or similar articles

Converted tubes and cores are classified under heading 48.22.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm the product is not of a kind used for writing, printing or graphic purposes; if it is, other headings may apply

• The weight must exceed 150 g/m² and the fibre content must be over 95% chemical pulp; be ready to provide technical data

• If the coreboard is cut into tubes or cores, it may be classified as an article under heading 48.23

Related Products under Tariff item 4810.32.00

Bleached Chemical Pulp Coated Kraftliner

This is a high-strength kraft paperboard that is bleached uniformly, contains more than 95% sulphate chemical fibres, and is kaolin-coated, weighing 180 g/m². It is used for box linings and is not of a kind used for writing, printing or other graphic purposes. It meets the specifications of tariff item 4810.32.00 as heavy coated kraft paperboard.

Bleached Chemical Pulp Coated Paperboard Roll

A wide roll of bleached paperboard, uniformly bleached throughout, with over 95% chemical wood fibers, coated with kaolin on both sides, weighing 250 g/m². It is used in rigid packaging such as cereal boxes, and meets the weight and fiber criteria of this tariff item.

Bleached Kraft Coated Paperboard for Disposable Trays

Bleached kraft paperboard, coated on one or both sides with kaolin, weighing over 150 g/m², with over 95% chemical wood fibers, supplied in large rolls or sheets exceeding specified dimensions. It serves as a base for disposable trays, fitting this tariff item.

Bleached Kraft Coated Paperboard Roll

A roll of bleached kraft paperboard, coated on both sides with kaolin, weighing 200 g/m², with over 95% chemical wood fibers. It exceeds 15 cm in width and is used for packaging such as boxes and cartons, fitting the criteria for this tariff item.

Bleached Kraft Coated Paperboard Roll 200 gsm

A roll of bleached kraft paperboard, uniformly bleached throughout with over 95% chemical wood fibres, weighing 200 g/m², coated on both sides with kaolin for improved printability and surface strength. This product is used in packaging applications and falls under 4810.32.00 as coated kraft paperboard over 150 g/m².

Bleached Kraft Coated Poster Board

This is a heavy bleached kraft paperboard, uniformly bleached throughout with over 95% chemical wood fibres, coated on both sides with kaolin, and weighing 200 g/m². It is used for posters and signage, but the printing or decoration is subsidiary to the paperboard's primary use. It falls under tariff item 4810.32.00 as heavy coated kraft paperboard.