Simplex Waterslide Decal Paper

Simplex waterslide decal paper is a single-sided coated transfer paper designed for printing decals that slide off onto surfaces like ceramics or glass using water. It falls under HTS 4809.90.40.00 as simplex decalcomania paper, which is copying or transfer paper with a single active transfer side, not duplex.

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.

4816.20.00Same rate: 35%

If cut to size or shapes for retail sale

Cut sheets or articles of transfer paper fall under heading 4816 for other articles of paper, not rolls/sheets of heading 4809.

3919.90.50Higher: 40.8% vs 35%

If the transfer coating is plastic-based self-adhesive film

Plastic self-adhesive sheets in rolls or wide widths are classified in Chapter 39, not paper chapter.

4823.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If made into reinforced or laminated transfer pads

Other paper articles like pads or pads with backing move to heading 4823 from base paper.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the paper is simplex (single-sided coating) via lab testing to avoid misclassification as duplex under 4809.90.41

Include technical specs on coating type and transfer mechanism in import documentation to confirm HTS 4809 status