High-Brightness Folding Carton Stock 280 gsm

Uncoated, uniformly bleached kraft paperboard at 280 g/m², consisting of >95% chemical process wood fibers, optimized for premium folding carton applications like gift boxes. HTS 4804.52.0020 applies due to its specific designation as folding carton stock with superior whiteness and strength. Supplied in large rolls for sheeting and printing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4804.42.00Same rate: 35%

If weighs under 225 g/m²

Weight threshold separates 4804.52 (heavier) from 4804.4x lighter kraft paperboards.

4819.20.00Same rate: 35%

If converted into boxes domestically post-import

But imported as stock only; finished cartons would be 4819 if re-exported.

4802.54.10Same rate: 35%

If <95% chemical fibers, more mechanical pulp

Newsprint-like papers with mechanical pulp stay in 4802.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include ISO brightness certificates (>85% typical for SBS) and fiber analysis reports

Declare exact grammage; discrepancies lead to audits and potential duty adjustments

Confirm roll/sheet form; cut-to-size finished sheets may classify under 4823

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