A3 Newsprint Paper Sheets from China
Uncoated newsprint paper at 45 g/m² cut to A3 sheets (297x420 mm) for graphic design, proofing, or short-run printing. HTS 4802.56.70 applies as it meets the sheet size (one side ≤435 mm), weight, and non-mechanical fiber criteria for printing purposes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Test for mechanical fiber content; >10% keeps it here, but newsprint often borders 4802.54
• Declare as 'non-perforated punch-card/tape paper alternative' if applicable to avoid 4820
• Package in reams with exact dimensions to prevent customs disputes on sheet size