Impregnated Kaolin Kraft Paperboard from Mexico
Kraft paperboard sheets coated with kaolin and lightly impregnated with starch binder, 250 g/m² with kraftliner Mullen strength. Impregnation permitted under 'whether or not impregnated, but not otherwise treated' wording. Used for high-performance box liner applications.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Specify impregnation is minimal and doesn't constitute 'other treatment' beyond permitted
• Provide coating formulation showing only inorganic substances ± permitted binders
• Validate base kraft paper strength exceeds minimums before any surface treatment