Heavyweight Uncoated Kraftliner Paperboard

Machine-finished uncoated paperboard in rolls, weighing 250 g/m², with over 80% sulfate wood fibers and Mullen bursting strength exceeding 637 kPa at 200 g/m² equivalent. Classified under 4805.93.40.60 as other uncoated paperboard weighing 225 g/m² or more, not meeting specific kraftliner subheading criteria due to exact specs. Used for heavy-duty packaging and industrial applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

4804.11.00Same rate: 35%

If Mullen bursting strength meets kraftliner table minima

Qualifies as kraftliner if strength interpolated matches table for weight >115 g/m², moving to specific kraftliner subheading.

4805.91.10Same rate: 35%

If bleached throughout the mass

Bleached paper and paperboard >225 g/m² falls under 4805.91, differentiated by pulp bleaching process.

4823.20Lower: 10% vs 35%

If cut to shape or perforated for filter use

Processed into articles like filter paper shifts from paper heading 4805 to paper articles in 4823.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content exceeds 80% sulfate process via lab testing to confirm uncoated status and avoid reclassification

Provide mill test certificates showing weight >225 g/m² and bursting strength to prevent customs disputes

Ensure rolls are not further worked (e.g

no printing) as that shifts to Chapter 49

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