PE-Coated Bleached Board for Disposable Plates

Bleached paperboard >150 g/m² with polyethylene coating for moisture resistance, in rectangular sheets over 36 cm x 15 cm. Designed for die-cutting into disposable plates and trays. Classified in 4811.51.40.00 for bleached, plastic-impregnated/coated heavy paperboard in large 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.

4811.51.20Same rate: 35%

If for narrower rolls or smaller cut sheets

Dimension limits define subheading; small formats go to 4811.51.20.00.

4819.50Lower: 10% vs 35%

If further processed into finished plates

Completed cartons, boxes or dishes classify under 4819, not base coated paper.

4811.41Lower: 10% vs 35%

If coated with kaolin/clay instead of plastics

Non-plastic coatings like mineral fall under the asphalt/wax/impregnated subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Conduct burst/grammage tests to prove >150 g/m² and plastic coating specs per HTS notes

Include end-use statements if for food contact to ensure FDA compliance alongside tariff classification

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