Recyclable Kaolin-Coated Board for E-Commerce Shipping Boxes
Eco-friendly kaolin-coated paperboard in oversized sheets for folding cartons used in e-commerce shipping of consumer goods. The board is coated with kaolin for a printable surface and meets the dimensional requirements for 'not converted' sheets.
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 board is made wholly or mainly of recovered paper pulp and has a Mullen burst index of at least 2 kPa·m²/g
Testliner made from recycled fibres is specifically classified in subheading 4805.24.
If imported as corrugated boxes or cartons
Corrugated paperboard containers are classified under heading 48.19.
If the sheets are cut to smaller sizes for specific shipping box designs
Cut-to-size paperboard not meeting the 'not converted' criteria falls under heading 48.23.
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
• Confirm the recycled content percentage, as this may affect duty rates under other provisions
• Ensure the sheets are not printed or otherwise processed beyond coating, or they may fall under Chapter 49
• If the board is intended for corrugated boxes, verify whether it qualifies as testliner under subheading 4805.24
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