PVDC Coated Barrier Paper Rolls from Japan
Paper rolls coated with polyvinylidene chloride (PVDC) for oxygen/moisture barrier in food packaging. Falls under HTS 4811.90.90 as coated barrier paper excluded from other specific headings. Used for retort pouch and lamination applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include oxygen transmission rate (OTR) and water vapor transmission rate (WVTR) test results
• Certify PVDC coating compliance with FDA food contact regulations
• Specify coating side (print/web side) and gauge thickness