Bleached Kraft Beverage Carton Base Stock

Uncoated kraft paperboard in rolls, weighing 180 g/m², bleached uniformly with over 95% chemical wood fibers, designed specifically as base stock for beverage cartons. It meets the strength requirements for liquid packaging without additional coatings. Classified under 4804.42.0010 due to its precise specifications for milk and beverage containers.

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.

4804.41Lower: 10% vs 35%

If not specifically for beverage containers

Loses specific statistical suffix if used for general packaging rather than milk/beverage carton base stock.

4811.51.40Same rate: 35%

If coated on one or both sides after import

Coated paperboard for packaging falls under Chapter 48 heading 4811, not uncoated kraft.

4804.29.00Same rate: 35%

If unbleached or <95% chemical fibers

Bleaching and fiber purity requirements move it from 'other kraft' to specific bleached category.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content certification showing >95% chemical process wood fibers and uniform bleaching to avoid reclassification to 4804.41

Provide mill test reports confirming weight between 150-225 g/m² and suitability as base stock for beverage containers

Ensure documentation distinguishes from coated papers in 4811 to prevent duty misapplication