Multi-Part Self-Copy Purchase Order Paper

Four-ply self-copy paper sets for purchase orders, pressure-sensitive for quadruplicate copies without carbon. Classified in HTS 4809.20.40.00 as other self-copy paper due to specialized impregnation for business duplication.

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.

4809.90.20.00Same rate: 35%

If copying paper not self-copying

Requires external carbon or developer, not internal reaction.

4819.40.00Same rate: 35%

If packaging sacks from same base paper

End use as converted sack changes from base copying paper.

4821.10Lower: 10% vs 35%

If printed and cut to size for retail

Chapter exclusions for finished printed paper articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide burst index data if over specs, to avoid sack kraft misclassification

Separate plies in documentation; assembled pads enter as 4820

Ensure no primary printing; shifts to Chapter 49 per note

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