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Kaolin-Coated Folding Carton for Breakfast Cereal from China

This folding carton is made from paperboard coated on one or both sides with kaolin, designed specifically for packaging breakfast cereals like cornflakes or granola. It meets HTS 4810.99.10.50 as it is in rectangular sheets with dimensions exceeding 36 cm by 15 cm in unfolded state, intended for conversion into folding boxes without other coatings. The coating enhances printability and provides a moisture barrier suitable for dry food products.

Duty Rate — China → United States

37.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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 sheet dimensions exceed 36 cm x 15 cm unfolded and confirm kaolin coating with no binders or other substances via lab testing

• Provide mill test certificates detailing basis weight, coating type, and burst strength to avoid reclassification

• Label shipments clearly as 'coated paperboard for folding cartons' to prevent customs delays from misinterpretation as printed packaging