Letter Size Offset Printing Paper
Letter Size Offset Printing Paper is an uncoated, wood-free paper made from chemical pulp, cut into US Letter sheets (8.5x11 inches, about 216x279 mm) at 80 g/m². It is used for book printing and brochures, and falls under tariff item 4802.56.00 because it weighs between 40 and 150 g/m² and is in sheets with one side not exceeding 435 mm and the other not exceeding 297 mm.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the paper is in rolls rather than sheets
Rolls of uncoated writing or printing paper weighing 40-150 g/m² fall under this alternative tariff item.
If the paper contains more than 10% mechanical fibres
Paper with higher mechanical fibre content is classified under a different subheading for graphic purposes.
If the paper weighs more than 150 g/m²
Heavier uncoated graphic paper in sheets is covered by this related tariff item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the paper is uncoated and contains not more than 10% mechanical fibres to qualify for this tariff item
• Declare the exact sheet dimensions and weight per square metre on the CBSA import documents
• Keep supplier certificates of fibre content in case of verification
Related Products under Tariff item 4802.56.00
A3 Newsprint Paper Sheets
A3 Newsprint Paper Sheets are uncoated newsprint paper at 45 g/m² cut to A3 sheets (297x420 mm) for graphic design, proofing, or short-run printing. They fall under tariff item 4802.56.00 as they meet the sheet size (one side not exceeding 435 mm), weight, and fibre content criteria, despite being newsprint.
A4 80gsm Office Copy Paper
Standard uncoated white paper weighing 80 g/m², cut to A4 sheets (210x297 mm unfolded) for use in printers, copiers, and general office printing. It is made from chemical pulp with no more than 10% mechanical fibres, meeting the tariff item's specifications.
A4 Newsprint Paper Sheets
An uncoated newsprint paper in A4 sheets (210 x 297 mm) weighing 45 g/m², made from chemical wood fibres with no mechanical content. It is suitable for printing newspapers, flyers, or drafts. The sheet size and weight meet the criteria for this tariff item.
A4 Recycled Content Printing Paper
A4 Recycled Content Printing Paper is an uncoated paper with 30% post-consumer recycled fibers at 100 g/m² in A4 sheets for eco-friendly office printing. It falls under tariff item 4802.56.00 as an uncoated graphic paper with weight and sheet dimensions within the specified limits, and the recycled content does not affect classification.
Adox Silvermax Base Paper
Adox Silvermax Base Paper is a premium uncoated silver gelatin base paper at 140 g/m² in A3 sheets (297x420 mm), intended for fine art photo sensitization. It falls under tariff item 4802.56.00 because it is uncoated, weighs within 40-150 g/m², and is in sheets with one side not exceeding 435 mm and the other not exceeding 297 mm, despite its photographic preparation.
Agfa MCC Base Paper 110
Agfa MCC Base Paper 110 is a multicontrast variable grade uncoated base paper, 110 g/m², in 20x24 cm sheets for professional lab sensitization. It is classified under tariff item 4802.56.00 as it is uncoated, weighs between 40 and 150 g/m², and is in sheets with one side not exceeding 435 mm and the other not exceeding 297 mm, serving as a graphic-purpose paper.