Metallized Plastic-Coated Folding Boxboard from Japan
Paperboard with vacuum-metallized plastic coating for foil-like shine, in wide rolls, as folding carton stock for luxury gift boxes. Classed in HTS 4811.59.40.20 for surface-covered with plastics, roll width >15 cm, carton stock use. Metallization adds premium metallic effect.
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
• Specify metallization as plastic vacuum coating; metal content low to stay paper-based
• Luxury goods need origin certs; high value invites undervaluation checks