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Wet Laid Medical Packaging Board from Japan

Sterilizable wet machine board over 225 g/m² for medical device and pharmaceutical packaging. HTS 4805.93.40.15 classification as uncoated heavy paperboard in rolls for further conversion. Provides barrier properties and printability for healthcare applications.

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

• Comply with FDA 21 CFR requirements for food contact and medical packaging materials

• Document basis weight uniformity across rolls for consistent classification

• Avoid steam sterilization claims that suggest further processing