Rives BFK Printmaking Drawing Paper
Rives BFK is a heavyweight, mould-made printmaking paper supplied in rectangular sheets of 250 g/m² or more. It contains more than 10% mechanical or chemi-mechanical fibres, which qualifies it as 'other paper' under tariff item 4802.69.00, and it is uncoated and intended for drawing, relief printing, and etching preparation.
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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the paper weighs 40 g/m² or more but not more than 150 g/m² and contains less than 10% mechanical fibres
This heading covers other uncoated graphic paper without the mechanical fibre threshold, so a different fibre composition would shift classification.
If the paper is in rolls and contains more than 10% mechanical fibres but weighs less than 40 g/m²
The weight threshold in the subheading structure would place lighter rolls in a different subheading.
If the paper is cut to non-rectangular shapes or has been otherwise processed (e.g., embossed, perforated)
Once processed beyond the scope of heading 48.02, it may fall under other paper articles in Chapter 48.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the paper is uncoated and that the fibre content exceeds 10% mechanical or chemi-mechanical pulp; keep mill certificates or lab reports as evidence
• Declare the exact sheet dimensions and weight (g/m²) to confirm it qualifies as 'other' paper rather than a more specific heading
• If the paper is cut to a size where one side is 43 cm or less and the other 56 cm or less, it may be considered 'converted' and fall outside this heading
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