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HSChapter 48
U.S. imports of bleached uncoated kraftliner, rolls or sheets (HS 480419) totaled $21.0M in April 2026, traded with 13 countries.
Importers of Bleached Uncoated Kraftliner, Rolls or Sheets paid $519K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $5.2M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataBleached uncoated kraftliner occupies a distinct niche in the containerboard market, prized for its bright, printable surface on corrugated box facings where appearance matters alongside strength. Unlike its unbleached counterpart, the bleaching process raises brightness levels suitable for retail-facing packaging, making it a preferred substrate for consumer goods manufacturers. Canada is the dominant supplier to the US market, with Sweden and Finland also significant sources reflecting Scandinavia's integrated kraft pulp and paper industries. Importers should note that the entire heading resolves to a single 10-digit line, 4804190000, simplifying classification but not eliminating the need to verify basis weight and fiber composition against the broader Chapter 48 notes.
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Under Chapter 48, the bleached/unbleached distinction is a primary split within the kraftliner subheadings. Bleached kraftliner (480419) must have undergone a chemical bleaching process that raises brightness, whereas unbleached kraftliner (480411) retains its natural brown color. Customs may request mill certificates or technical data sheets confirming the bleaching treatment if the distinction is not evident from the product's appearance.
Standard commercial documentation applies: commercial invoice, packing list, and bill of lading. Because Sweden and Finland are EU member states, importers should also confirm whether any applicable trade-remedy orders or Section 301 measures affect the shipment, and obtain a mill certificate specifying basis weight and fiber composition to support correct classification under 4804190000.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $15.9M | $2.0M | -$13.9M |
| SWEDEN | $4.7M | -- | -$4.7M |
| MEXICO | -- | $4.3M | +$4.3M |
| COSTA RICA | -- | $1.7M | +$1.7M |
| SAUDI ARABIA | -- | $1.6M | +$1.6M |
Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4804190000 | KRAFTLINER, UNCOATED, BLEACHED, IN ROLLS OR SHEETS | $21.0M | 10.06% | $519K |
KRAFTLINER, UNCOATED, BLEACHED, IN ROLLS OR SHEETS
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 4804190000 | KRAFTLINER, UNCOATED, BLEACHED, IN ROLLS OR SHEETS | $15.6M |
KRAFTLINER, UNCOATED, BLEACHED, IN ROLLS OR SHEETS
21.7M kg
SACKS AND BAGS NESOI, INCL CONES, OF PAPER ETC,
HS 481940
FOLDING CARTONS, BOXES ETC, NONCOR PAPER & PAPERBD
HS 481920
CARTONS, BOXES & CASES CORRUGATED PAPER & PAPERBD
HS 481910
PAPER & PAPERBOARD, UNCOATED, >10% MECH.FIB.,ROLLS
HS 480261
TRAYS, DISHES, PLATES, CUPS,ETC,OF PAPER/BOARD,NES
HS 482369
HANDKERCHIEFS, TISSUES & TOWELS OF PAPER PULP ETC
HS 481820
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| PORT HURON, MI | $10.9M | $438K | -$10.4M |
| LAREDO, TX | -- | $2.9M | +$2.9M |
| PHILADELPHIA, PA | $2.8M | -- | -$2.8M |