4804.42.00.20 - Folding carton stock

This classification, HTS 4804.42.00.20, specifically covers folding carton stock. This refers to paperboard made from kraft pulp, which has been bleached uniformly throughout the mass. A key characteristic is that over 95 percent of its fiber content must be derived from wood processed chemically, and it falls within a specific weight range of 150 to 225 grams per square meter. The intended primary use for this material is in the manufacturing of folding cartons, commonly used for packaging consumer goods.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 4804.42.00.30, is crucial. While both are bleached kraft paperboard within the same weight range, the sibling category is specifically for base stock intended for trays, dishes, plates, cups, and similar items. Therefore, HTS 4804.42.00.20 is reserved for paperboard whose primary application is the creation of collapsible or folding boxes, rather than molded or formed food service ware.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Classification within this specific code relies on fulfilling all the preceding criteria, including the material composition, bleaching process, weight, and most importantly, the intended application as folding carton stock. The physical properties and manufacturing characteristics of the paperboard are paramount for correct identification under this heading.