Mechanical Pulp Newsprint Roll from Mexico
Wide rolls of uncoated newsprint paper made from over 10% mechanical or chemi-mechanical pulp fibers, primarily used for newspaper printing. It falls under HTS 4802.61.31 as it's in rolls wider than 15 cm, not of heading 4801 or 4803, and suited for graphic purposes like high-volume printing. The high mechanical fiber content provides cost-effective opacity and yield for news applications.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm >10% mechanical pulp, as documentation is key for classification
• Ensure roll width exceeds 15 cm and provide mill certificates showing uncoated status to avoid reclassification