Kaolin-Coated Kraft Base Stock for Foam Plates from China
High-quality bleached kraft paperboard, clay-coated on both sides, at 140 g/m² with >95% chemical pulp, in rectangular sheets over 36 cm x 15 cm. Intended as the primary base material for manufacturing molded foam-like plates for parties and events. Fits 4810.31.10.40 as specialized base stock for plate production with no other coatings.
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
• Include lab analysis proving kaolin (inorganic) coating only, without binders affecting classification
• Ensure supplier declarations specify use for dishes/plates to support base stock intent
• Avoid common pitfall of mislabeling weight; precise g/m² measurement prevents higher duty rates