Matte Lightweight Coated Printing Paper

Matte finish lightweight coated paper for brochures and catalogs, coated with kaolin on both sides, total weight not exceeding 72 g/m². Over 10% of fibers from mechanical processes qualify it under HTS 4810.22.70 for graphic and printing applications.

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%

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4810Same rate: 35%

If uncoated on one side only

Single-side coated lightweight paper uses 4810.21, differing from both-side coating required here.

4801.00.01Same rate: 35%

If supplied as newsprint rolls without coating

Uncoated paper with mechanical fibers for printing classifies under 4801, lacking the kaolin coating.

4901.10.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If printed with non-subsidiary motifs

Printed products where printing is primary use (not subsidiary) fall into Chapter 49 per chapter notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Conduct fiber analysis to confirm >10% mechanical content; retain lab reports for CBP review

Ensure product is in rolls or sheets of any size, not converted into books (Chapter 49 exclusion)

Label grammage accurately to prevent reclassification to heavier coated papers in 4811