Tetrapak Beverage Liner Board from Japan
High-density polyethylene coated bleached board in rolls, >300 g/m² with 0.35 mm thickness, optimized for aseptic beverage carton liners. Provides barrier against oxygen, light, and moisture for extended shelf life of juices and milk. HTS 4811.51.20.10 applies due to plastic coating, dimensions, and specific use as base stock for beverage containers.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain aseptic processing certifications and coating adhesion test results; declare exact grammage and caliper measurements; watch for common pitfall of misdeclaring as general packaging board leading to duty audits