Carbon paper, self-copy paper and other copying or transfer papers (other than those of heading 4809), duplicator stencils and offset plates, of paper, whether or not put up in boxes
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Heading 4816 covers carbon paper, self-copy paper and other copying or transfer papers outside heading 4809, plus paper duplicator stencils and paper offset plates, whether or not put up in boxes. The heading is split into self-copy paper under 4816.20.00.00 and all other goods under 4816.90.01.00. Both listed lines carry a general (MFN) rate of Free.
Products in this heading
- Self-copy paper put up in boxes
- Self-copy paper sheets cut for business forms
- Paper duplicator stencils
- Paper offset plates
- Copying or transfer paper packed in boxes
- Transfer paper sheets cut to size for copying
How to choose the right subheading
- Decide if the item is self-copy paper; that goes in 4816.20.00.00.
- If the item is another copying or transfer paper, duplicator stencil, or offset plate of paper, use 4816.90.01.00.
- Check whether the goods are in rolls or sheets of the kind covered by heading 4809; those are excluded from heading 4816.
- Check whether the item is a stationery set, interleaved carbon set, envelope, or label; those are classified in other chapter 48 headings.
- For stencil or offset plate paper, check whether it is coated or impregnated and in rolls or sheets; heading 4809 applies to that form.
Often confused with
- Heading 4809Carbon paper and self-copy paper in rolls or sheets
Heading 4809 covers these copying papers in rolls or sheets.
- Heading 4809Coated or impregnated paper for duplicator stencils or offset plates in rolls or sheets
Heading 4809 covers this paper when it is in rolls or sheets.
- Heading 4820Interleaved carbon sets and manifold business forms
These are stationery articles, not copying paper.
- Heading 4821Paper labels of all kinds
Paper labels are classified in heading 4821.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HTS code for self-copy paper?
Self-copy paper of heading 4816 falls under 4816.20.00.00, and the general (MFN) rate is Free. Self-copy paper in rolls or sheets is outside this heading and is classified in heading 4809.
What is the duty on paper duplicator stencils?
Paper duplicator stencils are classified in 4816.90.01.00, and the general (MFN) rate is Free.
How do I classify paper offset plates?
Paper offset plates belong in the other subheading of heading 4816, 4816.90.01.00, with a general (MFN) rate of Free. If the offset plate paper is coated or impregnated and in rolls or sheets, heading 4809 applies.
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.