Moldable Coated Paperboard for Disposable Cups
Bleached chemical kraft paperboard, kaolin-coated on both sides for superior print and formability, weighing over 150 g/m², in wide rolls exceeding 36 cm. Used as substrate for die-cut and pressed beverage cups. Classified under 4810.32.00 as coated kraft paperboard, uniformly bleached with over 95% chemical fibres.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +50.0% | 50% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the board is not made of kraft fibres
Covers other coated paperboard over 150 g/m².
If cut into cup sidewall blanks
Cut-to-shape paperboard articles fall under heading 4823.
If coated with polyethylene or other plastics
Plastic-coated paperboard is excluded from heading 48.10.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the rolls exceed 36 cm in width to meet Note 8 requirements
• If the paperboard is printed with brand logos that are not subsidiary, classification shifts to Chapter 49
• Keep documentation of the kaolin coating and absence of other coatings to avoid misclassification
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