Sulfate Kraft Plate Base Paper

Machine-finished uncoated kraft paper in rolls, weighing 140 g/m², used as base stock for paper plates and similar tableware. Falls under HTS 4804.39.60.20 as other kraft paperboard ≤150 g/m², with ≥80% chemical sulfate fibers, not meeting kraftliner or sack kraft specs. Ideal for high-volume pressing into plate shapes.

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.

4804.19.00Same rate: 35%

If >150 g/m² but still kraftliner-equivalent

Kraftliner subheading for heavier weights >115 g/m² with burst strength.

4821.10Lower: 10% vs 35%

If coated or laminated post-import

Coated paper for packaging excludes from uncoated headings per Chapter structure.

4801.00.01Same rate: 35%

If primarily newsprint mechanical pulp

Different pulping process moves to 4801 for lower-grade uncoated paper.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include technical data sheets proving non-conformance to 4804.11/4804.21 specs to stay in 4804.39

For GSP/FTA claims, document virgin sulfate pulp origin; test for contaminants common in imports

Avoid declaring as 'food packaging' prematurely—stick to 'base stock' to prevent 4819 shift