Kaolin-Coated Bleached Kraft Packaging Liner from China
Rolls of 140 g/m² bleached kraft paper coated with kaolin on one side for glossy packaging liners in food and consumer goods. Classified under HTS 4810.31.10.80 due to its kraft base, >95% chemical wood fibers, uniform bleaching, and weight ≤150 g/m² in wide rolls. The inorganic coating provides barrier properties without 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
• Confirm no organic binders in kaolin coating through supplier specs to stay in this subheading; declare exact basis weight accurately as exceeding 150 g/m² shifts classification
• Watch for surface printing—if primary, it may go to Chapter 49 per chapter notes