Technical Drawings Paper 38 gsm

Uncoated lightweight paper in rolls weighing 38 g/m² from chemical wood pulp, for plotter printing of blueprints and schematics. Falls under HTS 4802.54.61.00 as non-perforated paper for graphic purposes under 40 g/m² with minimal mechanical fibers. Supports inkjet and laser plotting.

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%

Alternative Classifications

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

4809.90.40.00Same rate: 35%

If carbonizing or duplicator paper

Specialized graphic papers like carbon go to 4809, not general printing.

4810.22Lower: 10% vs 35%

If lightweight coated (<72 g/m²)

Coating per subheading note moves to 4810.22 for mechanical base or similar.

4802.57.10Same rate: 35%

If >60 g/m² but <150 g/m² paperboard

Weight escalation changes from paper to paperboard subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide end-use letters from printers confirming graphic applications

Ensure no embossing/perforation to stay within 4802 scope

Monitor for ash content if sulfite-related, avoiding wrapping paper notes

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