Coated Multi-Ply Duplex Board for Packaging

This multi-ply paperboard, coated on one or both sides with kaolin and weighing over 150 g/m², is supplied in large rectangular sheets exceeding 36 cm by 15 cm. It meets HTS 4810.92.12 due to its kaolin coating, multi-ply construction, and weight specification for rigid packaging applications. Commonly used for high-end boxes and cartons.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

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Alternative Classifications

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4810.31Lower: 10% vs 35%

If not multi-ply (kraft paper base)

Single-ply kraft paper coated with kaolin falls under subheading for bleached uniformly kraft base paper.

4811.51.40Same rate: 35%

If weighing 225 g/m² or more

Heavier multi-ply paperboard not specified as kaolin-coated shifts to Chapter 48 heading 4811 for general paperboard.

4804.11.00Same rate: 35%

If primarily kraftliner with sulfate wood fibers ≥80%

Qualifies as kraftliner if meeting Mullen bursting strength for weight >115 g/m², moving to unbleached kraft heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify kaolin coating documentation and grammage certification exceeding 150 g/m² to avoid reclassification

Provide mill test reports confirming no other coatings beyond inorganic substances with binders

Check sheet dimensions to confirm one side >36 cm and other >15 cm in unfolded state

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