Archival Grade Cotton Rag Paper Sheets

Uncoated paper sheets made primarily from cotton rag fibers, weighing over 150 g/m², used for high-end printing and graphic arts such as fine art reproductions and certificates. Classified under HTS 4802.58.60.40 as uncoated paper for writing, printing or graphic purposes, not containing mechanical or chemi-mechanical fibers exceeding 10%.

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.

4809.90.40Same rate: 35%

If marketed primarily as drawing or artists' paper

Paper principally used for sketching or art falls under heading 4809, not printing paper of 4802

4823.20Lower: 10% vs 35%

If filter paper or similar specialized use

Specialty function papers like filter paper classify under 4823 as other paper articles

4802.54.10Same rate: 35%

If weight ≤150 g/m²

Basis weight determines subheading within 4802; lighter paper uses 4802.54

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm <10% mechanical fibers for 4802 classification

Provide mill certificates documenting basis weight >150 g/m² and uncoated status

Avoid misclassification as art paper under 4809 if not primarily for printing

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Thick uncoated paperboard exceeding 150 g/m² from sulfate pulp, ideal for brochure covers, menus, and graphic design projects requiring durability without coating. HTS 4802.58.60.40 applies to this 'other' category of heavy printing paper lacking mechanical fibers.

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Stationery Grade Index Paper

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