Bleached Kraft Tray Base Stock from China
Uncoated bleached kraft paperboard in rolls, weighing over 225 g/m², with over 95% chemical wood fibers, specifically designed as base stock for forming food trays. It meets HTS 4804.52.00.30 due to its uniform bleaching, high basis weight, and intended use in molding disposable trays. This stock provides the necessary strength and formability for pressed pulp products.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content exceeds 95% chemical process wood fibers via lab testing to confirm classification under 4804.52
• Provide mill certificates showing basis weight >225 g/m² and uniform bleaching to avoid reclassification as lighter paper
• Ensure documentation specifies 'base stock for trays' end-use to distinguish from general kraft paperboard