Glossy Photo Printing Paper

Glossy coated paper at 110 g/m² optimized for high-resolution photo printing on inkjet printers, featuring kaolin coating for vibrant colors and quick drying. Made from chemical pulp with minimal mechanical fibers, ideal for posters and photo albums. Fits HTS 4810.19.19.00 as other coated paper ≤150 g/m² for graphic uses.

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.

4810.29.10Same rate: 35%

If containing >10% mechanical fibers

Mechanical/chemi-mechanical fibers exceed limit, placing it in the 'other' fiber content subheading.

4823.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If cut to size/perforated sheets for retail

Processed into trimmed, retail-ready sheets falls under other paper articles, not rolls/sheets.

4809.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If carbonized or self-copying

Specialized graphic paper with chemical copying features classifies under heading 4809.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide printing suitability certificates to confirm graphic purpose and avoid misclassification as packaging paper

Test for single/both-side coating uniformity; inconsistencies can lead to disputes under subheading requirements

Watch for surface printing that dominates use—could shift to Chapter 49 if motifs are primary

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