Food Tray Kraft Base Sheet

Sheets of uncoated kraft paperboard, 120 g/m², for base stock in producing cafeteria trays and dishes. HTS 4804.39.60.20 applies to this other kraft paper ≤150 g/m², sulfate fiber dominant, excluding higher-spec kraftliners. Provides rigidity for food service without additional processing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

4804.39.40Same rate: 35%

If not specifically for trays/dishes/plates/cups

Statistical breakout within 4804.39 for general other kraft vs base stock.

4805.30.00Same rate: 35%

If >40% sulfite process fibers with burst index specs

Sulfite wrapping paper note applies if pulping shifts from sulfate.

4823.20Lower: 10% vs 35%

If sold as filter paper stock but used for trays

End-use misdeclaration could shift, but primarily tray base stays in 4804.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use ISPM-15 compliant pallets for sheets to prevent quarantine issues

Declare exact end-use 'base for trays/dishes' per subheading to expedite entry