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Handmade Mulberry Lokta Paper Sheets

These sheets are crafted by hand from the bark of the Daphne shrub using traditional Nepalese methods, resulting in a textured, uncoated paper ideal for art prints and stationery. Classified under HTS 4802.10.00.00 as handmade paperboard used for graphic purposes, not machine-made.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4802.54.10Same rate: 35%

If wood-containing and weighing under 40 g/m²

Shifts to subheading for lightweight writing paper if machine-made or not qualifying as purely handmade.

4823.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If cut to specific shapes for art or sold as lace-like

Handmade specialty paper articles fall under other paper articles if not in standard rectangular sheets.

4804.21.00Same rate: 35%

If used for multi-layer packaging sacks

End use as sack kraft changes classification from graphic paper to kraft paper headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify authenticity with certificates of handmade production to distinguish from machine-made papers in HTS 4801

Provide detailed fiber content and manufacturing process documentation to customs for smooth clearance

Avoid common pitfalls like incorrect sizing declarations, as rectangular sheets must align with graphic use criteria

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