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Chemical Pulp Kraft Tray Base Stock 200 g/m² from Mexico

High-strength bleached kraft paperboard at 200 g/m², over 95% chemical sulfate pulp, designed specifically as base stock for food trays and containers. Classified under HTS 4804.42.00.40 for its precise weight, full-mass bleaching, and chemical fiber dominance, excluding it from newsprint or linerboard headings. Ideal for die-cutting into rigid packaging forms.

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

• Include technical data sheets proving Mullen burst strength suitable for packaging base stock to support classification

• Label shipments clearly as 'uncoated base stock, not for retail sale' to prevent misclassification as finished goods