Photosensitive Blueprint Base Paper from China
Large format uncoated sheets exceeding 36 cm x 15 cm used as base for diazo photosensitive coatings in blueprint and reprographic systems. Classified in HTS 4802.20.10.00 for its uncoated state and size-suited graphic base purpose. Essential for architectural and engineering drawings.
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
• Provide blueprints industry standards compliance docs to prove photo-sensitive base function
• Avoid perforations or pre-prints that could invoke Chapter 49 or 4820 exclusions
• Measure unfolded dimensions carefully; folding during packing often leads to size disputes