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Heavy Bleached Board for Airline Meal Trays from Japan

Extra-thick (≥0.3 mm) bleached paperboard >150 g/m² with plastic coating for high-end disposable trays used in aviation catering. Large sheet format for efficient die-cutting into trays and compartments. Precisely matches HTS 4811.51.20.30 as base stock for trays/dishes.

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

• Certify uniformity of thickness across rolls/sheets; variations may trigger audits

• Declare exact end-use in commercial invoice to affirm 'base stock for trays' status

• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain bleached paperboard origins