Heavyweight Uncoated Kraftliner Paperboard from Germany
This is uncoated paperboard in rolls, weighing 250 g/m², with over 80% sulfate wood fibers, meeting minimum Mullen bursting strength for kraftliner exceeding 637 kPa at 200 g/m² equivalent. It falls under HTS 4805.93.40 as other uncoated paperboard weighing 225 g/m² or more, not further worked beyond chapter note 3 specs. Primarily used for high-strength packaging and box linings.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber composition exceeds 80% sulfate process wood fibers via lab testing to confirm kraftliner status and avoid reclassification
• Provide mill test certificates showing weight ≥225 g/m² and Mullen burst strength to prevent delays at customs
• Ensure product is in rolls or sheets, uncoated, and not printed or further processed per chapter note 3