PE Coated Cupstock Paperboard from Canada
Polyethylene extrusion-coated paperboard weighing 320 g/m² in large sheets for disposable coffee cup manufacturing. HTS 4811.90.80 applies to this coated paperboard over 30 g/m² in rectangular sheets exceeding 36 cm x 15 cm. The PE coating enables liquid barrier properties essential for foodservice packaging.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Obtain FDA compliance certification for food contact; PE coating requires migration testing
• Document extrusion coating process to distinguish from laminated 4811.51 products
• Measure sheet dimensions unfolded; smaller sizes may qualify for 4811.90.40