Kaolin-Coated Kraft Board for Food Service Plates from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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