Can I classify my uncoated paper with more than 10% mechanical fiber under HS-6 480257?

No, if your uncoated paper contains more than 10% mechanical fiber, it should be classified under a different HS code, such as HS-6 480256.

What is the weight range for products under HS-6 480257?

Products classified under HS-6 480257 must weigh between 40 and 150 grams per square meter (g/m²).

Is handmade paper eligible for HS-6 480257 classification?

Handmade paper can qualify for HS-6 480257 if it meets the weight and fiber content requirements specified in the subheading.

How do I ensure accurate classification for my uncoated paper?

Review the product specifications, including weight and fiber content, and compare them against the criteria outlined in HS-6 480257 to ensure proper classification.

What is the difference between HS-6 480257 and HS-6 480256?

HS-6 480257 is for uncoated paper with 10% or less mechanical fiber, while HS-6 480256 includes uncoated paper with a higher percentage of mechanical fiber.

What should I do if I'm unsure about my paper classification?

Consult with a customs broker or trade compliance expert to review your product specifications and ensure proper classification.

HS-6 480257: Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803); printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, weight 40-150g/m2, n.e.c. in item no. 4802.55 or 4802.56

Plain-language overview

Use HS-6 480257 when importing or exporting uncoated paper and paperboard designed for writing or printing, specifically weighing between 40-150 g/m² and containing 10% or less mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fiber. For example, a shipment of uncoated A4 sheets for office printing would fall under this code.

This code applies to a specific type of uncoated paper that is not classified under HS-6 4801 or HS-6 4803, which cover coated papers and other specialized paper types. If your product contains more than 10% mechanical fiber or falls outside the specified weight range, you will need to consider other classifications.

In contrast to HS-6 480256, which includes uncoated paper with a higher percentage of mechanical fiber, HS-6 480257 is strictly for products with lower mechanical content. This distinction is crucial for compliance and accurate tariff classification.

When dealing with products like hand-made paper or specialty graphic papers, you may need to look at other subheadings under HS-4 4802. Always ensure that your product specifications match the criteria outlined in this subheading to avoid misclassification.

Keywords & topics

Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-6 subheading.

uncoated paper · printing paper · writing paper · paperboard classification · mechanical fiber content · paper weight 40-150 g/m² · non-coated sheets · graphic paper · hand-made paper · pulp paper · office paper · paper rolls · rectangular sheets · commercial printing · stationery paper

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-6 subheading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

A shipment of uncoated A4 printer paper weighing 80 g/m².
Reams of uncoated letterhead paper for business correspondence.
Uncoated paper rolls used for high-quality printing applications.
Rectangular sheets of uncoated paper for graphic design projects.
Uncoated stationery paper with a weight of 100 g/m².
Samples of uncoated paper for educational printing purposes.
Bulk order of uncoated paper for a commercial printing press.
Uncoated paper used in art projects, weighing 150 g/m².