Heat-Sensitive Label Base Paper

Uncoated paperboard roll serving as base for heat-sensitive coatings in thermal label production. Classified under HTS 4802.20.40 for its role as heat-sensitive base stock in graphic printing processes. Typically 100-150 g/m², smooth finish for label converting.

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%

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Alternative Classifications

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

4811.41Lower: 10% vs 35%

If self-adhesive after coating

Paper base becomes self-adhesive gummed paper under 4811.41 when adhesive applied.

4802.55.10Same rate: 35%

If in sheets, weighing >150 g/m²

Heavier paperboard sheets for printing classify under 4802.55, separated by form and weight.

3907.99Lower: 16.5% vs 35%

If synthetic resin-coated

Resin-coated base shifts to plastics chapter 39 as synthetic paper substitute.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include technical data sheets proving intended use as heat-sensitive base, not direct thermal paper

Watch for misdeclaration as printing paper (4802.56) if basis weight exceeds typical uncoated specs

Ensure roll form; converted sheets may trigger 4820 exclusion per chapter notes

Related Products under HTS 4802.20.40

Photo Base Paper Roll

Uncoated paper specifically designed as a base for photo-sensitive emulsions, supplied in rolls for graphic arts applications. It meets the criteria for heading 4802 as uncoated paper used for photo-sensitive purposes, not perforated, and distinct from newsprint or household paper. Weighs around 90 g/m² with high whiteness for optimal imaging.

Electro-Sensitive Plotter Paper

Specialty uncoated paper in rolls for base of electro-sensitive imaging in CAD plotters and graphic design. Falls under 4802.20.40 as 'other' base for electro-sensitive paper, optimized for electrostatic toners. Basis weight 80 g/m² with dielectric properties.

Silver Halide Photo Base Stock

High-purity uncoated paper rolls used as base for silver halide photo-sensitive emulsions in traditional photography. HTS 4802.20.40 applies to this photo base paper of any size, uncoated and non-perforated. Double-sided smooth, 110 g/m² for resin coating.

Thermal Transfer Ribbon Base Paper

Thin uncoated paper rolls (60 g/m²) as base for thermal transfer ribbons in barcode printing. Classified 4802.20.40 for heat-sensitive graphic base applications. High tensile strength for high-speed ribbon winding.

Electrostatic Master Base Sheet

Uncoated rectangular sheets of paper for bases of electrostatic printing masters in offset prep. HTS 4802.20.40 covers this electro-sensitive graphic base paper. 120 g/m² with conductive surface prep.

Diazo Paper Base Roll

Uncoated paper rolls prepared as base for diazo photo-sensitive compounds in blueprinting. Fits 4802.20.40 as other photo-sensitive base for graphic reproduction. Blue-tinted, 90 g/m² basis.