Kaolin-Coated Bleached Kraft Board Sheets 180 gsm from Mexico
Rectangular sheets of bleached kraft paperboard weighing 180 g/m², coated on one side with kaolin (China clay) for packaging applications like box linings. Meets HTS 4810.32.10.60 as 'other' uniformly bleached chemical kraft (>95% fibers) in sheets exceeding 36 cm x 15 cm, with no binder or other coatings. Ideal for food-safe rigid packaging due to its strength and print surface.
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
• Obtain certificates of analysis proving >95% chemical pulp and uniform bleaching to prevent disputes at customs
• Label shipments clearly as 'packaging paperboard, not for printing' to avoid graphic purpose misclassification