Kaolin-Coated Kraft Board for Food Service Plates

High-strength bleached kraft paperboard, uniformly bleached with >95% chemical wood fibers, kaolin-coated for moldability, over 150 g/m² in large sheets or rolls. Intended as base material for thermoformed plates in catering. Fits 4810.32.1040 as specialized base stock for dishes and plates.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4810.39Lower: 10% vs 35%

If fiber content ≤95% chemical wood fibers

Other bleached coated paperboard without strict kraft chemical fiber threshold uses 4810.39

4808.10.00Same rate: 35%

If uncoated or with different coating type

Uncoated kraft paperboard or non-kaolin coated shifts to heading 4808

4819.50Lower: 10% vs 35%

If cut to small sizes ≤15cm width and printed

Small printed sheets for boxes or packaging fall under 4819, not large base stock rolls

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document exact basis weight and fiber analysis to avoid reclassification; ensure no graphic printing that would move to Chapter 49

Pitfall: small sheets may classify under different size-based subheadings

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