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Chemical Pulp Folding Carton Linerboard 200 gsm from Japan

Uncoated paperboard at 200 g/m², uniformly bleached with >95% wood fibers from chemical processes, used as liner for multi-ply folding cartons in food packaging. Classified under HTS 4804.42.0020 for its specific weight, high-purity kraft composition, and designation as folding carton stock, distinguishing it from heavier or unbleached variants.

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

• Declare exact grammage and pulp analysis; weights over 225 g/m² reclassify to 4804.52 or similar

• Avoid common pitfall of mixing with sack kraft—ensure specs exclude sulfate process for bags

• Use commercial invoices noting 'for folding cartons' to support tariff shift defenses