Gummed Border Stationery Sheets

These are sheets of high-quality writing paper featuring a gummed border for easy folding into envelopes, often including decorative inserts like calendars or notes. They are specifically prepared as combination sheets and envelopes under HTS 4817.20.2000 due to the gummed or perforated border designed for self-mailing functionality.

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.

4817.10.00Same rate: 35%

If sold as separate finished envelopes without attached sheets

Fully completed envelopes without combination sheet features fall under letter cards and envelopes heading.

4820.10Lower: 10% vs 35%

If loose sheets cut to size without gummed border or envelope prep

Chapter notes exclude loose, unprepared sheets from 4820, but plain writing paper shifts there.

4811.90.90Same rate: 35%

If heavily printed with motifs as primary feature

Printed paper with dominant pictorial content moves to Chapter 49 per chapter notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the gummed border meets subheading specs; provide lab tests if disputed

Ensure origin labeling complies with postal regulations for stationery imports

Avoid misclassification as plain paper by documenting the prepared envelope function

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