Embossed Thermal Insulation Paper
Embossed thermal insulation paper is facial tissue-grade paper with an embossed pattern, used in multi-layer thermal and acoustic insulation packaging. The embossing creates air pockets that enhance insulation, and the product falls under 4808.90.00 as embossed paper, provided it does not meet the specifications of heading 48.03.
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 is of a kind used for toilet or facial tissue and meets the size criteria of note 8
Heading 48.03 covers such tissue paper, and note 7 directs classification to the last heading in numerical order.
If the paper is coated or impregnated with materials other than those specified elsewhere
Coated or impregnated paper of heading 48.11 may apply if the coating is not subsidiary to the embossing.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the paper is not of a kind used for toilet or facial tissue, as heading 48.03 would take precedence
• If the paper is combined with other materials like foil or plastics, check if the combination changes classification
• Provide technical data on the embossing pattern and its function to support classification
Related Products under Tariff item 4808.90.00
Corrugated Cardboard Roll
Corrugated cardboard roll is single-faced corrugated paper in rolls, featuring a fluted corrugated medium glued to a flat liner, used for wrapping and packaging. The product is classified under 4808.90.00 as corrugated paper in rolls, not of the kind described in heading 48.03.
Corrugated Fluting Medium Roll
Corrugated fluting medium roll is uncoated corrugated medium paper rolls used in corrugator machines for box production. The paper has a fluted structure created during manufacturing, and the product is classified under 4808.90.00 as corrugated paper in rolls, other than that of heading 48.03.
Corrugated Honeycomb Paper Roll
Corrugated honeycomb paper roll is paper with a hexagonal corrugated structure in rolls, used for cushioning inserts in packaging. The honeycomb pattern provides strength and shock absorption, and the product falls under 4808.90.00 as corrugated paper in rolls.
Creped Absorbent Liner Roll
Creped absorbent liner roll is creped fluff pulp paper rolls used as absorbent liners in meat trays. The creping creates a crinkled texture that enhances absorbency, and the product is classified under 4808.90.00 as creped paper in rolls, not of the kind described in heading 48.03.
Creped Battery Separator Paper
Creped battery separator paper in rolls, textured to retain electrolyte in alkaline batteries. The creping process gives it the required porosity and surface area, placing it under tariff item 4808.90.00 as other creped paper, not elsewhere specified.
Creped Decorative Wrapping Tissue
Lightweight creped tissue paper in rolls or sheets for gift wrapping, with a crinkle texture that adds volume. It is not of the kind described in heading 48.03 (toilet or facial tissue stock) and is not printed, so it falls under this item for other creped paper.