Coated Matte Cover Stock 250 gsm

High-quality matte coated paperboard weighing 250 g/m², coated on both sides with kaolin for superior print quality in brochures and menus. Classified under HTS 4810.19.20.90 as it is used for graphic purposes, exceeds 150 g/m², contains no mechanical fibers, and is not a specialized subheading product. Ideal for premium printing applications requiring durability and opacity.

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.

4810.22Lower: 10% vs 35%

If total weight ≤72 g/m² with coating ≤15 g/m² per side

Light-weight coated paper subheading applies to lower grammage papers with mechanical fiber base stock.

4811.51.40Same rate: 35%

If >10% mechanical/chemi-mechanical fibers

Paper with significant mechanical pulp content shifts to heading 4811 for newsprint-type graphic papers.

4823.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If die-cut to specific shapes beyond rectangular sheets

Converted paper articles like shaped folders fall under other paper articles in heading 4823.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify basis weight exceeds 150 g/m² with lab certification to avoid reclassification to lighter weight subheadings

Ensure coating is solely kaolin or inorganic substances; organic binders must not constitute 'other coating' per notes

Provide mill test reports confirming <10% mechanical fibers for Chapter 48 graphic paper eligibility

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