HS Code for Lightweight testliner

HS code 4805.24 covers lightweight testliner, which is a specific type of paperboard used primarily as the outer or inner layers of corrugated cardboard. Unlike kraftliner, which is made predominantly from virgin wood fibers, testliner is manufactured from recycled fibers, often sourced from recovered paper or paperboard. The classification under 4805.24 is specifically for testliner weighing 150 g/m2 or less. This material is essential in the packaging industry for creating lightweight yet durable shipping containers. The classification process involves verifying that the paper is uncoated and has not been subjected to the chemical sulfate or soda processes that would define it as kraft paper under heading 4804. Because it is made from recycled content, the strength properties are generally lower than virgin kraftliner, but it offers a more sustainable and cost-effective alternative for non-heavy-duty packaging applications.

Products Included

• Recycled linerboard
• Lightweight testliner rolls
• Jute liner
• Multi-ply recycled liner
• Lightweight packaging liners

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification is with 4804.11 (unbleached kraftliner). The distinction lies in the fiber source; 4804 requires virgin chemical pulp, while 4805 is for recycled content. Another error is classifying it under 4805.25, which is for testliner weighing more than 150 g/m2. Customs authorities often perform 'burn tests' or microscopic fiber analysis to determine if the material is truly kraft or recycled testliner, as the duty rates can vary significantly between these categories.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Lightweight testliner?

The HS code for lightweight testliner (recycled linerboard) weighing 150 g/m2 or less is 4805.24.

What is the difference between testliner and kraftliner?

Kraftliner (4804.11) is made from at least 80% virgin sulfate or soda pulp, while testliner (4805.24) is made primarily from recycled fibers and generally has lower burst strength.