Book Printing Stereotype Matrix Mat

Flexible mat material for creating stereotype matrices in book production, offering fine detail capture for long runs. HTS 4809.90.20.00 covers this as stereotype-matrix mat for transfer printing applications. Essential for maintaining text quality in traditional typesetting.

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.

4805.30.00.00Same rate: 35%

If sulfite wrapping paper >40% sulfite fibers

Papers meeting Mullen index for 4805.30 used in wrapping but could overlap specs.

4813.10.00Same rate: 35%

If in rolls for cigarette manufacturing

Similar fibrous mats for tobacco products classify under 4813.

4805.24Lower: 10% vs 35%

If mainly recovered pulp with ≥2 kPa·m²/g burst

Recycled content testliner boards in 4805.24 if not virgin matrix material.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label shipments clearly as 'matrix mat' with printing end-use codes; comply with Lacey Act if wood fiber sourced

Pitfall: confusion with sulfite wrapping paper specs

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