Kraft Bowl and Saucer Base Paper from China

Uncoated kraft base paper in sheets, ≤150 g/m², for trays, bowls, saucers, and like items. HTS 4804.39.60.20 covers this other kraft paperboard with ≥80% sulfate fibers, not qualifying for specialized subheadings. Used by converters for pressing into serveware.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Classify uniformly per shipment lot; variances lead to averaging disputes

Partner with customs brokers familiar with paper HTS for pre-classification

Avoid bulk packaging labels that suggest 4819 cartons