Microencapsulated Self-Copy Invoice Sets Paper

Pre-collated multi-part self-copy paper for invoices, with spot carbonless coating for 3-5 copies on pressure. Under HTS 4816.90.0100 as other copying paper not of 4809. Supplied in fan-fold for continuous printing.

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.

4820.10Lower: 10% vs 35%

If bound or glued into invoice books

Assembled registers or forms with primary printing go to 4820.

4817.20Lower: 10% vs 35%

If complex printed with motifs beyond subsidiary

Chapter note sends heavily printed paper articles to Chapter 49.

4802.56.10.00Same rate: 35%

If no microencapsulation, plain newsprint weight

Lacks transfer chemistry, becomes standard printing paper.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Fan-fold configuration requires proof it's unconverted paper

Test for copy legibility post-pressure

Beware reclass as sets under 4820.90

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