Surface-Printed Metallized Paper Sheets

Rectangular sheets of paper with vacuum metallized aluminum layer and surface-printed designs for premium packaging. HTS 4811.90.90 covers the metallization and printing as surface decoration not qualifying for 4809/4810 exclusions. Used for gift boxes and luxury goods wrapping.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7607.20Lower: 10% vs 35%

If aluminum content backing dominates

Backing of aluminum foil ≥6.5 microns thick classifies as aluminum foil products.

4901.10.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If printing is primary feature

Printed matter where motifs/characters are primary use falls in Chapter 49 per chapter notes.

4810.19.20Same rate: 35%

If clay-coated for printing

Clay-coated publication paper over 150 g/m² moves to 4810.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document metallization process (vacuum deposition) separately from printing to support 4811 classification

Measure metal layer thickness (<6.5 microns typical) to avoid Chapter 76 classification as foil

Ensure printing motifs aren't primary use, or risk reclassification to Chapter 49

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