Kaolin-Coated Folding Carton for Breakfast Cereal
This folding carton is made from paperboard coated on one or both sides with kaolin, designed specifically for packaging breakfast cereals like cornflakes or granola. It is supplied in rectangular sheets and, despite being cut and scored for folding, remains classifiable under this tariff item as coated paperboard.
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 imported as folded cartons ready for filling
Folding cartons of paperboard are specifically classified in heading 48.19 when presented in their finished form.
If printed with promotional or decorative matter that is not subsidiary to the packaging function
Printed paperboard with motifs that are not merely subsidiary to the primary use falls in Chapter 49.
If the paperboard is uncoated kraft paperboard
Uncoated kraft paperboard is classified under heading 48.04, not 48.10.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the cartons are imported as unprinted or minimally printed sheets; if printed with motifs not subsidiary to their use, they may fall under Chapter 49
• Verify the kaolin coating is the only coating, as additional plastic or other coatings could shift classification
• Keep records of the fibre content and coating weight to support the tariff classification if questioned by CBSA
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