Standard 55g Wallpaper Backing Paper
Uncoated paper weighing 55 g/m², specifically designed as the base for wallpaper production, supplied in large rolls for printing and coating with decorative patterns. It falls under HTS 4802.40.00.00 as wallpaper base (hanging paper), which is uncoated paper intended for the manufacture of wallpaper.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If weighing over 150 g/m²
Heavier paper shifts to other uncoated paper categories for graphic purposes outside specific wallpaper base use.
If already coated for direct wall hanging
Coated wallpaper falls under heading 4811, not uncoated base paper of 4802.
If used for corrugated packaging instead
Fluting or liner papers for boxes are classified under 4805 for corrugating medium, based on end use.
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
• Verify paper weight and uncoated status via lab testing to confirm classification; ensure supplier certificates match subheading specs for hanging paper
• Common pitfall: misclassifying pre-printed or coated versions under Chapter 49
Related Products under HTS 4802.40.00.00
60gsm Hanging Wallpaper Base Roll
Machine-finished uncoated paper at 60 g/m² in rolls, serving as the foundational hanging layer for vinyl or patterned wallpapers. Classified under HTS 4802.40.00.00 due to its specific role as wallpaper base, distinct from general printing paper.
White 70g/m² Wallpaper Liner Paper
Bleached uncoated paperboard at 70 g/m², used as liner or base for covering wall imperfections before wallpaper application. It qualifies for HTS 4802.40.00.00 as dedicated hanging paper for wallpaper systems.
55-65gsm Vinyl Wallpaper Substrate
Uncoated neutral paper roll (55-65 g/m²) acting as the substrate for vinyl wallpaper lamination and printing. Falls precisely under HTS 4802.40.00.00 for its function as wallpaper hanging base.
Contract Grade Wallpaper Backing Roll
Heavy-duty 80 g/m² uncoated paper in jumbo rolls for commercial wallpaper backing, ensuring adhesion and durability on walls. Classified in HTS 4802.40.00.00 as specialized hanging paper.
Bleached Hanging Paper for Paste-the-Wall
Smooth uncoated 60 g/m² bleached paper rolls optimized for paste-the-wall wallpaper systems. HTS 4802.40.00.00 covers this as uncoated wallpaper base for graphic decoration.
Jumbo Roll Wallpaper Base 50g
Lightweight 50 g/m² uncoated paper in jumbo rolls (width >1m) for high-volume wallpaper base production. Specifically HTS 4802.40.00.00 for hanging paper applications.