Surface-Decorated Napkin Stock

Lightly surface-colored and decorated paper rolls for household napkin production, with patterns subsidiary to use. HTS 4803.00.40.00 allows surface decoration if not primary (per Ch. note excluding Ch.49).

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.

4814.20.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If printed as wallpaper base

Printed paper for walls in 4814; sanitary napkin stock has household hygiene intent.

4823.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If cut to size with lace-like decoration

Perforated or lace paper articles in 4823; rolls stay as stock in 4803.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document decoration as <10% coverage and functional; get CBP ruling if motifs prominent

Differentiate from printed Chapter 49 goods

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Facial Tissue Parent Roll

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Embossed Facial Wipe Stock

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