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Offset Lithography Transfer Plates Paper

Presensitized paper plates for small offset presses, coated for image transfer via light exposure and ink repulsion. Classed in HTS 4816.90.0100 as offset plates of paper for duplicating. Ideal for short-run printing jobs.

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.

8442.50Lower: 10% vs 35%

If aluminum or metal-based plates

Offset plates of base metal classify under printing machinery parts.

4810.14Lower: 10% vs 35%

If cardboard stock over 150g/m2, no photosensitive coating

Plain writing/printing paperboard without transfer function.

3703.10.30Higher: 38.7% vs 35%

If true photographic sensitized paper

Photographic papers fall in Chapter 37 if primarily for photo processes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit emulsion coating specs proving offset plate capability

Avoid bulk paper classification under 4802

Pitfall: confusing with metal plates under Chapter 84

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