Expanding File Folders from China

Accordion-style paperboard folders with multiple compartments for categorizing documents, ideal for desks or briefcases. They fall under this tariff item as file covers or folders made of paperboard for stationery use.

Duty Rate — China → Canada

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HC
Consumer Products Safety · May be required
May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Starts With 48203000; Starts With 48203000; Equal To 4820300010; Equal To 4820300090; Equal To 4820300010; Equal To 4820300090. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).

CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown

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Import Tips

• Ensure the accordion folders are made of paperboard and not of plastic or other materials that would change classification

• Provide the CBSA with the dimensions and material composition to confirm the tariff classification

• Consider whether the product is sold as a set with other stationery items, which may affect classification