NCR Self-Copy Business Forms Paper

NCR (No Carbon Required) self-copy paper in sheets, coated with micro-encapsulated dye and clay receptors on alternating plies, designed for multi-part business forms like invoices. It falls under HTS 4809.20.40.00 as 'other self-copy paper' because it produces copies without carbon through internal chemical reaction upon pressure, in sheet form not specified elsewhere.

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.

4809.20.20.00Same rate: 35%

If in rolls exceeding 15 cm width

Self-copy paper in wide rolls falls under specific roll subheading, not 'other' sheets or narrow rolls.

4811.90.80Same rate: 35%

If coated solely for printing without self-copy function

Lacks internal dye/clay for duplication, reclassifies as general coated paper for graphic arts.

4820.10Lower: 10% vs 35%

If pre-printed multi-copy pads or registers cut to size

Finished articles like pads exceed paper classification per Chapter Note, entering as registers.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify chemical coating meets self-copy definition via lab tests; misclassification as plain paper risks penalties

Provide supplier specs on micro-encapsulation and burst strength to confirm 'other self-copy' status

Label clearly as self-copy to avoid scrutiny under heading 4811 for coated paper