Paperboard Backed Aluminum Foil for Battery Packaging
Aluminum foil laminated to rigid paperboard, used for protective packaging of lithium batteries and electronics, offering electromagnetic shielding. The aluminum layer is under 0.2 mm thick, and the paperboard backing makes it a backed foil product.
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 paperboard is the primary component and the foil is a thin lining
If the paperboard provides the essential character, the product may be classified as a paperboard container.
If the foil is supplied without the paperboard backing
Unbacked foil is classified separately and may have a different duty rate.
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 aluminum foil thickness is under 0.2 mm and the paperboard is clearly a backing material
• For battery packaging, verify that the product meets Canadian transport regulations for lithium batteries
• Provide CBSA with a detailed product description to distinguish this from paperboard products
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