Mixed Pulp Testliner Board from Japan
Testliner paperboard in rolls at 190 g/m², blend of mechanical pulp and <80% sulfate wood fibers, uncoated. Used for inner layers of corrugated fiberboard in e-commerce packaging. Fits 4805.92.40.30 criteria for linerboard type, weight, and pulp composition.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Require supplier pulp analysis reports; random customs sampling common for fiber claims
• Ensure roll widths declared accurately for valuation
• Pitfall: over 225 g/m² reclassifies to higher duty band