Uncoated Straw Pulp Packaging Paper from Germany
This is uncoated paper made primarily from straw pulp, weighing 25 g/m², supplied in rolls for lightweight packaging applications. It falls under HTS 4805.91.70.00 as other uncoated paper and paperboard weighing over 15 g/m² but not over 30 g/m², not further worked beyond note 3 specifications. The low basis weight makes it suitable for thin wrappers or liners.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify basis weight certification (over 15 but ≤30 g/m²) via lab testing to match subheading exactly
• Provide mill test reports confirming uncoated status and pulp composition to avoid reclassification