Bibulous Laboratory Absorbent Paper Sheets

Highly absorbent bibulous paper sheets used in labs for blotting and drying samples, weighing 120 g/m², in sheets. Falls under HTS 4805.91.10 due to bibulous properties and weight ≤150 g/m², uncoated and multi-ply optional for absorbency.

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%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4805.19.10Same rate: 35%

If single-ply wrapping paper

Single-ply versions without bibulous traits go to other subheadings in 4805.

4823.20Lower: 10% vs 35%

If perforated or filter-style sheets

Perforated bibulous paper may classify as filter paper under 4823.

4818.90.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If household blotting paper use

Blotting paper for household end-use falls under household articles in 4818.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include absorbency test data (e.g

water uptake rate) to prove bibulous classification

Ensure documentation confirms no further processing beyond note 3 to this chapter

Watch for reclassification if impregnated with chemicals, potentially under 4811