Clay-Coated Bleached Board for Premium Folding Cartons from Japan
Bleached folding carton stock with plastic and clay coating for high-gloss finish, >150 g/m², ≥0.3 mm thick in rectangular sheets >36 cm x 15 cm, used for luxury cosmetics packaging. HTS 4811.51.20.20 applies due to plastic impregnation/cover, thickness for folding without delamination, and large format. Provides superior print quality and barrier properties.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document coating composition—plastic must be excluding adhesives; clay is allowable if not primary
• Measure thickness precisely post-coating; drying can affect ≥0.3 mm compliance