Kaolin-Coated Bleached Kraft Sheet for Labels from China
Rectangular sheets of bleached kraft paper (140 g/m²), coated with inorganic substances on one side, one side >36 cm and other >15 cm. Over 95% chemical process fibers make it suitable for pressure-sensitive label stock. HTS 4810.31.10 applies due to size, coating type, and non-graphic kraft classification.
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
• Measure sheet dimensions unfolded to confirm >36 cm x >15 cm for this subheading
• Ensure no other coatings beyond kaolin; request coating composition analysis
• Label as 'kraft paperboard' if >150 g/m² to avoid weight-based reclassification