Chemical Pulp Folding Carton Linerboard 200 gsm from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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