Handmade Cotton Rag Art Paper Sheets
Luxury art paper handmade from 100% cotton rags, formed into large sheets with visible fiber inclusions and deckle edges, ideal for watercolor painting. The handmade process and large sheet format qualify this product under tariff item 4811.90.00 as other 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 | +50.0% | 50% |
| 🇩🇪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 suitable for writing, printing, or other graphic purposes and meets the criteria of heading 48.02.
Art paper for graphic purposes may be classified under heading 48.02.
If the sheets are cut to a specific size for a particular use, such as watercolor blocks.
Cut-to-size paper for specific applications may fall under heading 48.23.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the sheets exceed 36 cm on one side and 15 cm on the other to meet chapter note 8
• Document the handmade production method and cotton content for CBSA
• Consider whether the paper is for artistic use, which may affect classification
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