Paper Products Import Tariffs
US import tariffs on paper products including printing paper, packaging, tissue, and cardboard. HTS codes, duty rates, and AD/CVD orders.
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How do you find the US import duty for paper products?
Start by identifying the correct 10-digit HTS code for the exact paper products product, then apply the base MFN duty and any country-of-origin tariff overlays such as Section 301, Section 232, Section 122, FTA preference, or AD/CVD exposure. Most paper products classifications begin in HTS Chapter 48 or HTS Chapter 47.
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Last verified: June 2, 2026
Rates and trade context on this page are checked against official tariff, customs, trade-policy, and import-data sources. Use the calculator for an item-specific duty stack before making entry, quote, or purchase decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the US tariff on paper products?
Paper tariffs range from 0% to 5%. Printing paper (HTS 4802) is 0-2%, tissue paper (HTS 4818) is 0-6%, and corrugated containers (HTS 4819) are 0-3.4%. Newsprint (HTS 4801) enters duty-free.
Are there anti-dumping duties on paper from China?
Yes, AD/CVD orders exist on certain paper products from China including lined paper and thermal paper. Canadian softwood lumber duties also affect the cost of paper pulp sourced from Canada.
What HTS codes cover paper products?
Paper products span HTS Chapters 47 (pulp) and 48 (paper and paperboard). Key codes include 4801 (newsprint), 4802 (writing paper), 4810 (coated paper), 4818 (tissue/toilet paper), and 4819 (cartons/boxes).
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