Analysis
HTS 4802.57.10 covers writing and cover paper under heading 4802 (uncoated paper and paperboard, of a kind used for writing, printing or other graphic…). US Customs collects import statistics for it under 2 ten-digit suffixes, reported in kilograms.
For statistics it divides in two: 4802.57.10.40 for with one side equal to 965 mm and the other side equal to… and 4802.57.10.85 for other. Both pay the same duty; the suffix records which kind was imported.
Goods classified here enter the United States duty-free at the general (normal trade relations) rate, as do about 100% of the 225 tariff lines in chapter 48. Chapter 99 measures such as Section 301 or 232 can still apply on top, depending on where the goods come from.
Goods from countries without normal trade relations pay the column 2 rate of 28% instead of nothing, so origin decides between free entry and a 28% duty.
The other lines in the same group are 4802.57.20 (other, weighing 40 g/m² or more but not more than 150 g/m²…, duty-free), 4802.57.30 (india and bible paper, duty-free) and 4802.57.40 (other, weighing 40 g/m² or more but not more than 150 g/m²…, duty-free).
Statistical suffixes
| Code | Description | Units | NAICS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4802.57.10.40 | With one side equal to 965 mm and the other side equal to 635 mm in the unfolded state | kg | 32212 |
| 4802.57.10.85 | Other | kg |
Neighbouring lines
| Line | Description | General rate |
|---|---|---|
| 4802.57.20 | Other, weighing 40 g/m² or more but not more than 150 g/m²: drawing paper | Free |
| 4802.57.30 | India and bible paper | Free |
| 4802.57.40 | Other, weighing 40 g/m² or more but not more than 150 g/m²: other | Free |