Plastic Coated Inkjet Printing Paper Rolls
Wide rolls of paper coated with polyethylene plastic on one side, designed specifically for high-quality inkjet printing in graphic arts. Classified under HTS 4811.59.20.00 as printing paper that is coated with plastics, in rolls exceeding 15 cm width, distinguishing it from uncoated papers in other headings. The plastic coating enhances ink adhesion and water resistance for professional prints.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If coated with kaolin or talc, not plastics
Inorganic mineral coatings like clay place it in 4811.51, while plastics shift to 4811.59
If imported as plastic sheeting primarily, not paper-based
Primarily plastic products fall under plastics chapter 39, not paper if plastic predominates
If lightweight under 72 g/m² with mechanical pulp base
Light-weight coated paper for printing goes to 4810.22 if specs match subheading definition
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify plastic coating documentation and basis weight to confirm classification under 4811, not 4810 for lighter uncoated papers
• Provide mill test certificates proving suitability for printing to avoid scrutiny as packaging material
• Check roll width exceeds 15 cm and no printing motifs dominant, per chapter notes excluding chapter 49
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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.
Water-Resistant Plastic Impregnated Newsprint Rolls
Kraft paper rolls impregnated with plastic resins for moisture resistance, used in newspaper printing presses. HTS 4811.59.20.00 covers this as plastic-impregnated printing paper in wide rolls, providing enhanced runnability over standard newsprint. Meets size criteria and printing end-use.
BOPP Laminated Offset Printing Paper Sheets
Large format sheets of offset printing paper laminated with BOPP film for gloss and protection. Classified in 4811.59.20.00 as plastic-covered printing paper in sheets exceeding 36 cm x 15 cm, ideal for magazines and brochures. The lamination counts as plastic covering per heading 4811 scope.
Synthetic Resin Coated Photo Printing Paper Rolls
Professional photo paper rolls with synthetic resin coating for inkjet photo printing, width over 15 cm. HTS 4811.59.20.00 applies as plastic-coated printing paper, offering archival quality and color accuracy beyond standard office paper. Excludes goods of 4809/4810.
PVC Coated Banner Printing Vinyl Paper Hybrid Rolls
Hybrid substrate rolls combining paper base with PVC coating for large-format banner printing. Under HTS 4811.59.20.00 as plastic-coated printing paper in wide rolls, balances flexibility and print quality. Paper fiber predominance keeps it in chapter 48.
Polyethylene Surface-Coated Book Paper Sheets
Sheets of wood-free book printing paper with PE surface coating for improved opacity and ink holdout, large format. HTS 4811.59.20.00 classification for plastic-coated printing paper sheets meeting size thresholds. Used in high-volume book production.