SITCSection 6
U.S. imports of folding cartons, boxes & cases of noncorrugated paper or paperboard (SITC 64212) totaled $76.8M in April 2026, traded with 70 countries.
Importers of Folding Cartons, Boxes & Cases of Noncorrugated Paper or Paperboard paid $3.8M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 16% on $23.8M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataNoncorrugated paperboard folding cartons are a primary packaging substrate for consumer goods ranging from pharmaceuticals and cosmetics to food and electronics, distinguished from corrugated board by their smooth, printable surface and lighter caliper. Classification hinges on whether the board is corrugated or solid, a distinction customs examiners scrutinize closely when shipments mix packaging types. Importers sourcing these cartons should be aware that certain supplier countries are subject to antidumping or countervailing duty orders on paperboard packaging, making origin documentation and scope rulings a routine compliance step.
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The key classification criterion is the structure of the paperboard itself: corrugated board has a fluted inner layer bonded between liners, while noncorrugated (solid) board does not. Importers should retain mill certificates or technical data sheets confirming board construction, as CBP may request them during examination.
Antidumping and countervailing duty orders have historically covered certain paper and paperboard packaging products from specific countries. Importers should check the USITC and Commerce Department order lists against the specific country of origin before entry, as scope can extend to folding cartons depending on the order's product definition.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $38.4M | $18.4M | -$20.0M |
| MEXICO | $14.7M | $15.6M | +$849K |
| CHINA | $5.8M | $762K | -$5.1M |
| DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | $1.6M | $2.4M | +$786K |
| VIETNAM | $2.7M | $19K | -$2.7M |
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