Newsprint Coated Roll Paper

Coated paper in rolls with over 10% mechanical fiber content, used for high-volume printing like newspapers and flyers. The kaolin coating on one or both sides enhances print quality and ink absorption. Classified under 4810.29.70.25 due to its roll form and mechanical pulp composition for graphic purposes.

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.

4801.00.01Same rate: 35%

If no kaolin or inorganic coating applied

Uncoated newsprint paper with mechanical fibers falls under heading 4801 for plain printing paper.

4810.22Lower: 10% vs 35%

If lightweight coated ≤72 g/m² with coating ≤15 g/m² per side

Light-weight coated paper meeting specific weight and coating specs shifts to 4810.22.

4811.51.40.00Same rate: 35%

If cut to rectangular sheets instead of rolls

Same coated paper in sheets, not rolls, is classified under 4811 for similar printing uses.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm >10% mechanical or chemi-mechanical fibers for this subheading

Provide mill test certificates documenting basis weight, coating type (kaolin only), and roll dimensions

Avoid misclassification as uncoated paper (4801) by ensuring coating documentation; common pitfall is undervaluing rolls

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Commercial Flyer Coated Paper Rolls

Economical kaolin-coated rolls with >10% mechanical pulp for promotional flyers and inserts. The inorganic coating supports vibrant color printing on rotary presses. Meets 4810.29.70.25 for roll-delivered coated graphic papers.

Catalog Coated Mechanical Paper Rolls

Rolls of kaolin-coated paper with mechanical fibers optimized for multi-color catalog printing. Provides good foldability and ink holdout. Falls under 4810.29.70.25 as other coated printing rolls.