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Food-Safe Sulfite Wrapping Paper 70 gsm

Food contact compliant sulfite wrapping paper in rolls, machine-glazed, sulfite fibers >40%, low ash content, Mullen index >1.47 kPa·m²/g. Used for deli/bakery wrapping. Meets exact 4805.30.00.00 criteria despite food use due to uncoated status.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

4810.22Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If lightweight and coated both sides

Coated paper <72 g/m² with mechanical fibers goes to 4810.22, not sulfite wrapping.

4805.12Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If mainly straw pulp with CMT resistance

Straw-based fluting paper ≥130 g/m² uses mechanical-chemical pulp, different test specs.

4823.70.00Same rate: 37.5%

If perforated for Jacquard machines

Perforated specialty paper falls under 4823 per chapter note.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include FDA food contact declarations even for uncoated paper used in packaging

• Monitor for grease resistance claims that might trigger coating classification review

• Separate food-grade shipments to avoid cross-contamination holds at entry