Bleached Kraft Coated Paperboard for Disposable Trays from Japan
This is bleached kraft paperboard, coated on one or both sides with kaolin, weighing over 150 g/m², with over 95% chemical wood fibers, supplied in large rolls or sheets exceeding specified dimensions. It serves as base stock specifically designed for manufacturing molded trays used in food service and packaging. Classified under 4810.32.1040 due to its precise match to the subheading for tray base stock.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify coating is solely kaolin or inorganic substances without binders exceeding limits; provide mill test certificates confirming >95% chemical pulp and >150 g/m² weight
• Common pitfall: misdeclaration as graphic paper shifts to different duty