Gelatin-Sized Artist Watercolor Paper Sheets from Germany
Rectangular sheets (>36cm x >15cm) of heavy art paper sized with gelatin for superior ink absorption in watercolor painting. Classified in HTS 4811.90.20.00 due to the gelatin covering applied during manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Distinguish 'gelatin sizing' from starch sizing; only gelatin qualifies for this subheading
• Provide grammage certificates; very heavy paper (>300g/m²) may face paperboard scrutiny
• Ensure no dominant printing that triggers Chapter 49 reclassification