Heavyweight Uncoated Kraftliner Paperboard from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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