Legal Self-Copy Contract Paper
Acid-free self-copy paper for legal contracts and affidavits, designed to produce secure multi-copy documents without carbon paper. It falls under tariff item 4816.20.00 as self-copy paper, which is not excluded by chapter notes and is distinct from carbon 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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the paper is not self-copying but is other copying or transfer paper
Heading 48.16 includes other copying or transfer papers, which may apply if the product does not meet the self-copy definition.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the paper is not impregnated with diagnostic or laboratory reagents, which would fall under heading 38.22
• For customs clearance, provide a product specification sheet showing the self-copy coating and acid-free properties
• Be aware that if the paper is printed with legal text, it may fall under Chapter 49
Related Products under Tariff item 4816.20.00
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Duplex self-copy paper, coated on both sides with micro-encapsulated dyes, is designed to create multiple copies of invoices under writing pressure without carbon paper. It is classified under tariff item 4816.20.00 as self-copy paper, which is distinct from carbon paper of heading 48.09.
Medical Self-Copy Patient Record Paper
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