Uniform Bleached Kraft Box Liner Stock 160 g/m² from Mexico
Bleached uniformly kraft paperboard weighing 160 g/m², consisting of >95% chemical process wood fibers, used as base stock for corrugated box liners. Fits HTS 4804.42.00.40 due to weight specs, bleaching uniformity, and exclusion from 4802/4803 headings for high-grade kraft. Provides strength for secondary packaging layers.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Conduct basis weight tests (ISO 536) and pulp analysis to confirm compliance with subheading specs
• Declare as 'packaging base stock in rolls'—avoid 'paperboard' alone to prevent broader 48xx scrutiny