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Thermal Fax Base Paper Roll

Narrow-width uncoated paper rolls for thermal fax machines, engineered for high-speed imaging without bleed. Classifies in HTS 4802.20.4040 as heat-sensitive base paper, excluding punch tape. Meets exacting smoothness for fax thermal heads.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

4802.54Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If bleached and >150 g/m² for premium printing

Bleached heavy stock goes to writing/printing if not thermal base certified.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify roll dimensions <216mm width for fax use; broader rolls may classify differently

• Retain thermal stability test data; heat aging tests prevent disputes

• Avoid retail packaging; bulk import reduces duties but requires proper marking