Extrusion-Coated Bleached Linerboard for Rigid Boxes from Japan
Bleached linerboard >150 g/m² and 0.3 mm thick with extruded polyethylene coating for luxury rigid boxes like jewelry packaging. Ensures smooth surface for high-end printing. HTS 4811.51.20.50 for thick plastic-coated bleached boards in rolls/sheets.
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
• Extrusion coating records essential to prove plastic coverage vs mere surface treatment
• Weight declared as total coated product; uncoated base alone disqualifies
• Avoid retail packaging conversion pre-import to prevent 4819/4821 reclassification