Printing Mat Board for Stereotypes from Mexico
Printing mat board is a flexible, fibrous paper mat used to form molds for casting molten metal into stereotype printing plates. Classified under HTS 4809.90.20.00 due to its role in transfer and matrix processes for duplicating printing surfaces. It is typically supplied in rolls or large sheets for newspaper and book printing industries.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include technical datasheets showing Mullen burst strength and fiber composition for customs validation
• Watch for misclassification as packaging kraft paper; ensure declaration specifies 'stereotype mat'