Self-Copying Business Form Paper

Sheets of self-copy paper for multi-part business forms like orders and statements, activated by handwriting. HTS 4809.20.20.00 covers this as writing paper with self-copy capability, in contrast to machine duplicator types. Coated for 2-5 part copies without mess.

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.

4805.30.00Same rate: 35%

If sulfite wrapping paper specs met

Sulfite process paper with burst index qualifies under 4805.30 wrapping.

4823.20Lower: 10% vs 35%

If filter paper form rather than writing

Specialty filter paper excludes from writing classifications.

4819.10.00Same rate: 35%

If in boxes or cartons as packaged articles

Packaged paper articles like boxes classify in 4819.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document end-use as manual writing to differentiate from offset plate paper

Conduct fiber content analysis if sulfate pulp percentage nears kraftliner thresholds

Use HTS advisory rulings for borderline self-copy vs coated printing paper

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