Clay-Coated Kraft Linerboard Sheets from Germany
Rectangular sheets of kraft linerboard (150 g/m²) coated both sides with china clay, one side >36 cm and other >15 cm unfolded. Base has ≥80% sulfate fibers and Mullen strength meeting 115+ g/m² kraftliner specs. The inorganic coating qualifies it for this subheading over uncoated linerboard.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Measure sheet dimensions unfolded to confirm >36cm x >15cm for this subheading
• Obtain fiber analysis certificate proving ≥80% chemical sulfate wood fibers
• Beware reclassification if printing dominates use (moves to Chapter 49)