Latex-Saturated Wet Strength Label Paper from China
High-quality paper sheets impregnated with latex for wet strength, ideal for durable labels on beverage bottles or outdoor goods, in sizes exceeding 36 cm x 15 cm. Classified under HTS 4811.90.30.00 due to latex impregnation providing moisture resistance in large formats, distinguishing from plain paper stocks. This treatment ensures labels remain intact during wet processing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Conduct fiber analysis to prove >50% wood pulp if challenged, as base material affects duty
• Include technical data sheets showing latex content and wet strength metrics for smooth entry
• Avoid declaring as 'self-adhesive' without pressure-sensitive adhesive, which moves to 3919.10