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Polyethylene Coated Freezer Paper Rolls

Kraft paper coated with polyethylene on one side for food wrapping in freezers, supplied in continuous rolls. HTS 4811.59.60.00 covers this plastic-coated paper not meeting 4809 or 4810 criteria.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+60.0%60%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

4811.51.40Same rate: 37.5%

If specifically coated for packaging of margarine, etc.

Special provision for certain food packaging coatings.

3920.99Lower: 18.3% vs 37.5%

If pure PE film without paper substrate

Plastic sheeting alone is Chapter 39 non-cellular polymers.

4823.70.00Same rate: 37.5%

If molded into disposable food trays

Molded or pressed paper articles go to 4823.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include food contact certifications; plastic must meet FDA indirect additive rules

β€’ Specify one-side vs. both-side coating for accurate subheading