Thermal Transfer Ribbon Base Paper from Mexico
40 g/m² specially coated paper in wide rolls as base for thermal transfer ribbons. HTS 4811.90.80 applies to coated paper >30 g/m². Coating accepts thermal ink layer for barcode printing.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify 'base paper for coating;' finished ribbons classify differently
• Provide surface smoothness specs for thermal acceptance
• Avoid confusion with direct thermal paper in 4811.90.90