Whatman Filter Paper No. 40
Whatman filter paper No. 40 is a high-retention, uncoated filter paper in sheets, used for coarse filtration in analytical laboratories. It is not further worked beyond the finishing allowed in Chapter 48 Note 3, making it classifiable under 4805.40.00 as filter paper.
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 filter paper is cut into smaller sheets or discs for retail lab use
Cut-to-size filter papers are articles of paper under heading 48.23, not filter paper in full sheets or rolls.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the filter paper is uncoated and not treated with any chemicals
• Ensure sheets meet the size requirements of Note 8 (one side over 36 cm, other over 15 cm)
• Keep product literature to show it is specifically designed for filtration, not general paper use
Related Products under Tariff item 4805.40.00
Ashless Filter Paper Grade 42
Ashless filter paper Grade 42 is a high-purity, uncoated filter paper used for precise gravimetric analysis in laboratory settings. It is supplied in rolls or sheets and is not further worked or processed beyond the basic finishing allowed under Chapter 48 Note 3, making it classifiable under tariff item 4805.40.00 as filter paper.
Coffee Filter Paper Sheets
Coffee filter paper sheets are uncoated, thin paper designed for drip coffee makers, used to filter coffee grounds during beverage preparation. They are supplied in sheets or rolls and are not further worked beyond basic finishing, qualifying as filter paper under tariff item 4805.40.00.
HVAC Pleat Filter Media Paper
HVAC pleat filter media paper is an uncoated paperboard in rolls, specifically manufactured for use in pleated air filters for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. It meets the filtration-grade specifications and is not further worked beyond the finishing allowed in Chapter 48 Note 3, classifying under 4805.40.00 as filter paperboard.
Industrial Air Filter Paper
Industrial air filter paper is a heavy, uncoated paperboard in rolls, used as the base material for manufacturing automotive air filters. It is produced to meet filter media specifications and is not further worked beyond the finishing permitted by Chapter 48 Note 3, making it classifiable under 4805.40.00 as filter paperboard.
Laboratory Glass Microfibre Filter Paper
Laboratory glass microfibre filter paper is made from borosilicate glass microfibres and supplied in sheets for fine particle retention in laboratory analysis. Although it contains glass fibres, it is an uncoated paper product not further worked beyond basic finishing, and it is not excluded by Chapter 48 Note 2, so it classifies under 4805.40.00 as filter paper.
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