Sports Drink Bottle Liner Board from Japan
Heavyweight uncoated kraft paperboard, uniformly bleached with >95% chemical fibers, over 225 g/m², used as liner base for sports drink and electrolyte beverage containers. Provides essential fold and seal properties. HTS 4804.52.0010 designation for beverage-specific stock.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include end-user letters confirming beverage carton use
• Test for uniform bleaching to prevent downgrade to non-uniform categories
• Avoid packing in sheets if rolls qualify for better rates