Standard Newsprint Roll 48-inch Width
Newsprint paper in large rolls, 48 inches wide, weighing approximately 45 g/m², made primarily from mechanical wood pulp for high-volume printing. It falls under HTS 4801.00.01.40 as 'other' newsprint in rolls, distinct from narrower widths like 30-36 inches specified elsewhere. Used mainly for newspaper production due to its low cost and print quality.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If basis weight exceeds 57 g/m²
Heavier paper shifts from newsprint (4801) to other uncoated paper for printing in heading 4802.
If roll width is 30-36 inches
Specific narrower widths are classified separately within newsprint subheading.
If in sheets rather than rolls
Newsprint in sheets falls under different statistical suffixes in 4802 for cut forms.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify basis weight (typically 42-48 g/m²) and opacity meet newsprint standards to avoid reclassification as uncoated printing paper in 4802
• Provide mill test certificates confirming mechanical pulp content and roll dimensions for customs valuation
• Watch for moisture content exceeding 8% as it can lead to inspection delays or rejection at ports
Related Products under HTS 4801.00.01.40
Improved Newsprint Roll for Color Printing
Specialized newsprint rolls optimized for four-color offset printing, with basis weight around 48.8 g/m² and improved ink holdout. Falls under HTS 4801.00.01.40 as other newsprint, excluding specific display widths. Commonly used by publishers for magazines mimicking newspaper format.
High-Brightness Newsprint Roll
Newsprint in rolls with enhanced brightness over 60%, suitable for color advertising inserts, made from a blend of mechanical and some chemical pulps. Classified under HTS 4801.00.01.40 as other newsprint in rolls, meeting newsprint display width and weight specs. Ideal for regional newspapers seeking better print contrast.
Jumbo Newsprint Parent Roll
Large-diameter parent rolls of newsprint, typically 2-3 meters wide before slitting, weighing 45 g/m² for newspaper mills. HTS 4801.00.01.40 covers this as other newsprint in rolls post-production. Used by converters to produce finished newsprint widths.
Lightweight Newsprint Roll 42 g/m²
Ultra-light newsprint rolls at 42 g/m² basis weight, designed for economy printing with high opacity from groundwood pulp. Under HTS 4801.00.01.40 as other newsprint, suitable for daily tabloids. Reduces shipping costs for high-volume publishers.