Plastic Coated Inkjet Printing Paper Rolls from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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