Coated Multi-Ply Duplex Board for Packaging from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

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