Standard 55g Wallpaper Backing Paper
Standard 55g Wallpaper Backing Paper is an uncoated paper weighing 55 g/m², supplied in large rolls, specifically designed as the base for wallpaper production. It is intended for subsequent printing and coating with decorative patterns, making it a wallpaper base under tariff item 4802.40.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the paper is not specifically designed as wallpaper base but is for other graphic purposes
Other uncoated graphic paper falls under different subheadings of heading 48.02.
If the paper is already surface-decorated or coated for wall decoration
Wallpaper and similar wall coverings are classified in heading 48.14.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the paper is uncoated and not further processed (e.g
• printed or embossed) to qualify under 4802.40.00
• Provide a mill certificate or technical data sheet confirming weight and fibre content to the CBSA if requested
• Verify the rolls exceed 36 cm in width to meet the chapter's size requirements
Related Products under Tariff item 4802.40.00
55-65gsm Vinyl Wallpaper Substrate
55-65gsm Vinyl Wallpaper Substrate is an uncoated neutral paper roll (55-65 g/m²) acting as the substrate for vinyl wallpaper lamination and printing. Its function as a wallpaper hanging base places it under tariff item 4802.40.00.
60gsm Hanging Wallpaper Base Roll
60gsm Hanging Wallpaper Base Roll is a machine-finished uncoated paper at 60 g/m² in rolls, serving as the foundational layer for vinyl or patterned wallpapers. Its specific role as a wallpaper base aligns with tariff item 4802.40.00.
Bleached Hanging Paper for Paste-the-Wall
Bleached Hanging Paper for Paste-the-Wall is a smooth uncoated 60 g/m² bleached paper in rolls, optimized for paste-the-wall wallpaper systems. As an uncoated wallpaper base for graphic decoration, it falls under tariff item 4802.40.00.
Contract Grade Wallpaper Backing Roll
Contract Grade Wallpaper Backing Roll is a heavy-duty 80 g/m² uncoated paper in jumbo rolls, designed for commercial wallpaper backing to ensure adhesion and durability. Its specialized role as hanging paper for wallpaper systems qualifies it under tariff item 4802.40.00.
Jumbo Roll Wallpaper Base 50g
Jumbo Roll Wallpaper Base 50g is a lightweight 50 g/m² uncoated paper in jumbo rolls (width >1m), intended for high-volume wallpaper base production. As a hanging paper for wallpaper applications, it falls under tariff item 4802.40.00.
White 70g/m² Wallpaper Liner Paper
White 70g/m² Wallpaper Liner Paper is a bleached uncoated paperboard at 70 g/m², used as a liner or base to cover wall imperfections before wallpaper application. As a dedicated hanging paper for wallpaper systems, it qualifies under tariff item 4802.40.00.