Heat-Sensitive Label Base Sheet from China
Large rectangular sheets (over 36 cm x 15 cm) of uncoated paper used as the substrate for heat-sensitive coatings in thermal label production. Classified under HTS 4802.20.10.00 due to its role as a base for heat-sensitive applications and specified dimensions. Ideal for direct thermal printing without additional inks.
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
• Include technical data sheets showing intended heat-sensitive use to justify classification over general printing paper
• Ensure no pre-applied coatings; customs may require samples for coating weight verification
• Document sheet sizes precisely in invoices to prevent downgrading to smaller format subheadings