Glossy Kaolin Coated Label Stock Sheets from China
Rectangular sheets of glossy kaolin-coated paper, one side >36 cm and other >15 cm, for adhesive labels in packaging. Classified under HTS 4810.99.10.60 as other coated paperboard in large sheets, surface-colored but not primarily printed. The kaolin coating enhances ink adhesion and gloss for branding.
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
• Confirm sheet dimensions in unfolded state exceed 36 cm x 15 cm; test for no other coatings
• Include lab reports on kaolin content
• Pitfall: classifying cut-to-size sheets under 4820 if not in specified large formats