Moldable Coated Paperboard for Disposable Cups from Japan
Bleached chemical kraft paperboard, kaolin-coated on both sides for superior print and formability, >150 g/m², in wide rolls over 15cm. Used as substrate for die-cut and pressed beverage cups. Precisely matches 4810.32.1040 base stock criteria for cups and similar.
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
• Include coating composition analysis proving kaolin/inorganic only; watch for PE extrusion coating that changes classification
• Avoid common error of declaring as 'packaging paper' instead of foodware stock