Handmade Cotton Rag Watercolor Paper from China
Premium watercolor paper made entirely from cotton rags through a manual deckle process, featuring a deckled edge and high absorbency for artists. It falls under HTS 4802.10.00.00 due to its handmade production and suitability for graphic and printing purposes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Include lab tests confirming 100% cotton rag content and handmade status to prevent reclassification
• Label sheets clearly as 'for graphic purposes' to align with HTS criteria and avoid punch-card misconceptions
• Watch for pitfalls in weight declarations; ensure under chapter limits for uncoated graphic paper