Pressure-Sensitive Self-Copy Form Paper
Pressure-sensitive self-copy form paper is coated to activate image transfer when pressure is applied, such as from a ballpoint pen or impact printer. It is used for various forms that require duplicate copies, with the coating consisting of micro-encapsulated dye and a reactive layer. This product falls under tariff item 4809.20.00 as self-copy paper, which includes papers coated for copying without carbon.
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 sensitised for photographic use
Sensitised paper for photography is excluded from Chapter 48 by note 2(e).
If the coating is not for self-copying but for other purposes
Paper with other coatings is classified under heading 48.11.
If the forms are bound into books
Bound paper articles are classified under heading 48.20.
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
• Confirm the paper is not sensitised for photographic or thermal processes, which would fall under Chapter 37
• Describe the pressure-sensitive coating mechanism clearly to CBSA to avoid misclassification
• If the paper is in rolls, ensure the width exceeds 36 cm to qualify under chapter note 8
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