Sulfate Kraft Plate Base Paper from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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