College Ruled Spiral Pad
A standard student pad with college ruling, 70 sheets, spiral bound, used for academic notes. It falls under tariff item 4820.10.00 as a memorandum or letter pad, given its paper construction and binding. The narrow lines are a feature of the pad's intended use for writing.
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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the pad is intended for school exercises
Exercise books are classified separately and may apply if the product is marketed as such.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the spiral binding is made of materials that do not affect the paper classification; metal or plastic bindings are acceptable
• Keep records of the pad's dimensions and sheet count to support the tariff classification
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