Bleached Kraft Beverage Carton Base Stock from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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