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Bleached Kraft Folding Boxboard 250gsm from Japan

This is a high-quality bleached kraft paperboard coated on one or both sides with kaolin, weighing 250 g/m², uniformly bleached throughout with over 95% chemical wood fibers. It is supplied in large rectangular sheets exceeding 36 cm by 15 cm, specifically designed as folding carton stock for manufacturing rigid boxes. The coating enhances printability and strength for packaging consumer goods.

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 fiber content exceeds 95% chemical process wood fibers and uniform bleaching via lab testing to confirm classification

• Ensure sheets meet size criteria (one side >36 cm, other >15 cm) and declare as 'folding carton stock' on entry documents

• Avoid misclassification as graphic paper by confirming no use for writing/printing; provide end-use affidavits if needed