Bitumen-Laminated Kraft Paperboard from Japan
This is composite paperboard made by laminating flat layers of kraft paper with bitumen internally for waterproofing and strength. It falls under HTS 4807.00.10.00 as it is not surface-coated or impregnated but has internal lamination with bitumen, suitable for industrial packaging.
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
• Verify internal lamination with bitumen via lab testing to confirm classification under 4807.00.10.00 and avoid misclassification as surface-coated paper
• Provide mill test certificates showing composition and bitumen content for customs clearance
• Watch for common pitfalls like exceeding weight limits that might shift to other subheadings in chapter 48