Surface-Printed Metallized Paper Sheets from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• 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