Cotton Fiber Light-Weight Coated Printing Paper from Germany
This lightweight coated paper, with over 25% cotton fiber content, is designed for high-quality printing and graphic arts, coated on both sides with kaolin for smooth ink reception. It falls under HTS 4810.22.7020 due to its mechanical fiber content exceeding 10%, lightweight specification (under 72 g/m² with coating ≤15 g/m² per side), and minimum 25% cotton fiber. The cotton enhances its premium texture and absorbency for art prints and stationery.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content certification showing ≥25% cotton and mechanical fibers >10% to avoid reclassification; ensure coating specs (kaolin, ≤15 g/m²/side) via lab tests
• Declare exact weight and provide mill test reports to prevent undervaluation penalties