Paperboard Aseptic Milk Carton from Japan
Folding paperboard carton designed for aseptic packaging of milk, featuring a polyethylene lining to prevent leakage and contamination. Classified under HTS 4819.20.00.20 as a sanitary food container due to its non-corrugated paperboard construction and food-safe barrier properties for direct beverage contact.
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
• Verify FDA approval for food contact materials and include certificates of analysis for linings like polyethylene
• Label with accurate material composition to avoid misclassification as plastic dominant under Chapter 39