Bleached Kraft Coated Label Paper from China
This is bleached kraft paper coated on both sides with kaolin, weighing 120 g/m², used for high-quality pressure-sensitive labels in rolls wider than 15 cm. It meets HTS 4810.31.10.80 as it's kraft paperboard bleached uniformly with over 95% chemical wood fibers, under 150 g/m², and not for graphic purposes. The kaolin coating enhances printability and durability for labeling 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 95% chemical process wood fibers via lab testing to confirm classification; ensure coating is solely inorganic kaolin without binders affecting duty
• Provide mill certificates showing uniform bleaching and weight under 150 g/m² to avoid reclassification