Returned OCB Premium Rolling Papers

OCB Premium Rolling Papers are high-quality cigarette papers originally exported from the United States for distribution or manufacturing abroad, now being returned. Classified under HTS 9801.00.80.40 as previously exported U.S. goods provided for in heading 4813, these papers qualify for duty-free reimportation except for estimated drawback/internal-revenue tax per U.S. note provisions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽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.

4813.10.00.00Higher: 35% vs 10%

If not previously exported from U.S.

Standard classification for cigarette paper in rolls of uniform width not over 5 mm; 9801 requires proof of prior U.S. exportation.

9801.00.10Same rate: 10%

If exported with benefit of drawback

Articles exported with drawback are excluded from 9801.00.80 per U.S. note 1(a) of subchapter.

9802.00.40Same rate: 10%

If exported for repairs/alterations

Returned after warranty repairs uses 9802 structure; 9801.00.80.40 applies to unaltered returned goods.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide proof of prior U.S. exportation (export declarations, shipping documents) to qualify for 9801.00.80.40 treatment

Calculate duty based on estimated drawback allowed on original export per U.S. note 2(a) to subchapter

Ensure cigarette paper meets heading 4813 specifications; common pitfall is incorrect documentation of export history