PE-Coated Laser Printer Paper Sheets
Rectangular sheets of paper coated with polyethylene, sized over 36 cm x 15 cm, optimized for laser printing in office and publishing. Falls under HTS 4811.59.20.00 due to plastic impregnation for toner fusion and durability, in large format sheets for printing applications. Excludes adhesive coatings per heading scope.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| π²π½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π¨π¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π©πͺGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π―π΅Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If coated with materials other than plastics like starch
Non-plastic coatings fall under 4811.49, reserving 4811.59 strictly for plastics
If cut to small sizes under 15cm width or specific non-rectangular shapes
Smaller trimmed sheets may enter 4823 as other coated paper articles
If converted into printed envelopes rather than base printing paper
Post-conversion into articles like envelopes shifts to 4819 series
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Measure unfolded sheet dimensions precisely to meet >36cm x 15cm requirement for this subheading
β’ Include lab reports on plastic coating type to differentiate from wax or other coverings
β’ Ensure no pre-printed motifs that could reclassify to chapter 49 per chapter notes
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