Standard Newsprint Paper Rolls 48-inch Width from China
Machine-finished newsprint paper in rolls, weighing approximately 45-52 g/m², primarily made from mechanical wood pulp for high-volume printing. Classified under HTS 4801.00.01.20 as standard newsprint due to its use in newspapers and compliance with standard weight and finish specifications. Supplied in 48-inch widths for commercial printing presses.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify pulp composition meets mechanical wood pulp standards (over 50% typically) with supplier certificates to avoid reclassification
• Ensure rolls are over 15 cm wide and weight is documented as 45-52 g/m² to qualify as newsprint