Mechanical Pulp Linerboard 225 gsm Sheets from Japan
Uncoated linerboard sheets at exactly 225 g/m² basis weight, derived from mechanical wood pulp with minimal sulfate content. Suitable for manufacturing heavy-duty packaging facings. Meets HTS 4805.93.40.30 for linerboard ≥225 g/m² and <80% chemical sulfate pulp.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Precise grammage testing critical at 225 g/m² threshold; use calibrated lab scales
• Document as 'linerboard' with end-use affidavits if questioned vs. generic paperboard
• Ensure no embossing/perforation – violates 'not further worked' note 3