Heading 4809

Carbon paper, self-copy paper and other copying or transfer papers (including coated or impregnated paper for duplicator stencils or offset plates), whether or not printed, in rolls or sheets

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Heading 4809 covers carbon paper, self-copy paper and other copying or transfer papers, including coated or impregnated paper for duplicator stencils or offset plates, whether or not printed, in rolls or sheets. The heading splits self-copy paper from other copying and transfer papers. The other group includes stereotype-matrix board and mat, decalcomania paper, and residual coated or impregnated paper.

Products in this heading

Self-copy paper in rolls for multipart business forms
Carbon paper sheets for handwriting copies
Decalcomania transfer paper, simplex
Decalcomania transfer paper, duplex
Coated paper for duplicator stencils
Coated or impregnated paper for offset plates
Stereotype-matrix board and mat

How to choose the right subheading

Decide first whether the product is self-copy paper; if yes, the line is under 4809.20.
For self-copy paper, choose the writing paper line or the other line based on the product description.
For other copying or transfer paper, identify decalcomania paper and choose simplex or duplex.
For remaining goods, check whether the paper is impregnated, coated or both but not otherwise treated.
Confirm the goods are in rolls or sheets and are not finished duplicator stencils or offset plates.

Often confused with

Duplicator stencils and offset plates of paper
The finished stencil or plate is classified outside 4809.
Heading 4816
Interleaved carbon sets and manifold business forms
Assembled stationery sets are classified as articles of stationery.
Heading 4820
Coated printing and writing paper with kaolin
Kaolin-coated graphic paper is covered by heading 4810.
Heading 4810
Paper coated or impregnated for non-copying uses
Other coated or impregnated paper in rolls or sheets is outside 4809.
Heading 4811
Paper labels
Labels are classified under heading 4821, not as transfer paper.
Heading 4821

Frequently asked questions

What is the HTS code for self-copy paper?

Self-copy paper is under 4809.20. Writing paper self-copy paper is 4809.20.20.00 at the general (MFN) rate of Free; other self-copy paper is 4809.20.40.00 at the general (MFN) rate of Free.

What is the duty on decalcomania paper?

Simplex decalcomania paper is 4809.90.40.00 at the general (MFN) rate of Free, and duplex decalcomania paper is 4809.90.60.00 at the general (MFN) rate of Free.

How do I classify coated or impregnated paper for offset plates?

Coated or impregnated paper of this kind, not otherwise treated, is 4809.90.71.00 at the general (MFN) rate of Free; other paper in the residual line is 4809.90.80.00 at the general (MFN) rate of Free.

Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.