Improved Newsprint Roll 38 gsm

Enhanced newsprint in rolls exceeding 15 cm width, 38 g/m², with mechanical/chemi-mechanical fibers >10% for better opacity in newspaper production. HTS 4802.61.31.10 applies to this uncoated, lightweight graphic paper not of heading 4801. Provides brighter whites than standard newsprint.

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.

4801.00.01Same rate: 35%

If qualifying as newsprint pulp paper

Specific newsprint in rolls (any fiber) is prioritized in 4801 over general printing paper.

4802.62.50.00Same rate: 35%

If 40-150 g/m² and not mechanical dominant

Heavier weights with low mechanical content classified under chemical pulp lines.

4820.10Lower: 10% vs 35%

If cut to size sheets or cards

Chapter note excludes loose sheets/cards from 4820, but cut stock shifts away from roll-based 4802.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include Mullen burst or tensile test results if challenged, though not strictly required here

Separate from 4801 newsprint by proving it's not solely newsprint pulp via mill certificates

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