Metallized Plastic-Coated Bleached Paperboard

Bleached paperboard over 150 g/m², 0.3+ mm thick, with plastic coating metallized for foil-like effect in premium packaging. Used for confectionery and gift wraps. Fits HTS 4811.51.20.50 as thick, bleached, plastic-covered in qualifying formats.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4811.60Lower: 10% vs 35%

If surface-colored or printed, not plastic coated

Without plastic, metallized printing goes to 4811.60.

4805.11Lower: 10% vs 35%

If semichemical fluting ≥65% unbleached hardwood, CMT>1.8 N/g/m²

Corrugated medium uses mechanical/chemical pulp specs in 4805.

7607.20Lower: 10% vs 35%

If primarily aluminum-backed plastic

Metal dominates in foil products under Chapter 76.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Distinguish metallized plastic coating from direct metal lamination (potential 4811.90)

Lab analysis for total fiber bleaching content to confirm 4811.51 vs 4811.49

Declare surface decoration as subsidiary to avoid Chapter 49 printed paper shift

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