IBM 80-Column Punchcard Blanks from Mexico
Standard 80-column format cards, kaolin-coated on one or both sides, from uniformly bleached kraft paperboard ≤150 g/m² with >95% chemical wood fibers. Not punched, for historical IBM punchcard readers in strips. HTS 4810.31.30.00 applies to these machine-specific data cards.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include dimensional specs (e.g
• 80-column 3.25x7.375 inches) in import docs to prove punchcard machine compatibility
• Test for Mullen burst strength if resembling kraftliner specs, but confirm not exceeding 115 g/m² limits for 4804
• Label clearly as 'not punched' to prevent CBP reclassification as finished data media