HTS 4811.51.20.20: US import duty from China
Paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibers, coated, impregnated, covered, surface-colored, surface-decorated or printed, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets, of any size, other than goods of the kind described in heading 4803, 4809 or 4810, Paper and paperboard, coated, impregnated or covered with plastics (excluding adhesives), Bleached, weighing more than <il>150 g/m²:</il>, In strips or rolls of a width exceeding <il>15 cm</il> or in rectangular (including square) sheets with one side exceeding <il>36 cm</il> and the other side exceeding <il>15 cm</il> in the unfolded state, <il>0.3 mm</il> or more in thickness, Other, Folding carton stock. Here is the full China to US duty stack and what it costs to land.
Duty rate & fees
| Charge | Rate |
|---|---|
| Base duty (MFN) | 0% |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | 25% |
| Total duty (on customs value) | 25% |
| Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) | 0.3464% (min $33.58, max $651.50) |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF), ocean | 0.125% |
Worked example: $10,000 shipment
| Customs value | $10,000.00 |
| Base duty (MFN) | $0.00 |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | $2,500.00 |
| Merchandise Processing Fee | $34.64 |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee | $12.50 |
| Total landed cost | $12,547.14 |
Excludes freight and insurance. Run your exact numbers in the calculator →
FAQ
What is the import duty on HTS 4811.51.20.20 from China?
Goods classified under HTS 4811.51.20.20 (Paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibers, coated, impregnated, covered, surface-colored, surface-decorated or printed, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets, of any size, other than goods of the kind described in heading 4803, 4809 or 4810, Paper and paperboard, coated, impregnated or covered with plastics (excluding adhesives), Bleached, weighing more than <il>150 g/m²:</il>, In strips or rolls of a width exceeding <il>15 cm</il> or in rectangular (including square) sheets with one side exceeding <il>36 cm</il> and the other side exceeding <il>15 cm</il> in the unfolded state, <il>0.3 mm</il> or more in thickness, Other, Folding carton stock) have a duty of 25% of the customs value on the China to US lane (base rate plus any Section 301 tariff), plus the Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464%, min $33.58, max $651.50) and, for ocean shipments, the Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125%).
What does HTS code 4811.51.20.20 cover?
Paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of cellulose fibers, coated, impregnated, covered, surface-colored, surface-decorated or printed, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets, of any size, other than goods of the kind described in heading 4803, 4809 or 4810, Paper and paperboard, coated, impregnated or covered with plastics (excluding adhesives), Bleached, weighing more than <il>150 g/m²:</il>, In strips or rolls of a width exceeding <il>15 cm</il> or in rectangular (including square) sheets with one side exceeding <il>36 cm</il> and the other side exceeding <il>15 cm</il> in the unfolded state, <il>0.3 mm</il> or more in thickness, Other, Folding carton stock. US Customs and Border Protection determines the final classification at entry.
How much does it cost to import HTS 4811.51.20.20 from China?
On a $10,000 shipment, the estimated total landed cost is $12,547, about 25.5% in duty and fees. Use the calculator for your exact value, quantity, and shipping mode.
Related codes in heading 4811
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Estimates for planning only. Final classification and duty are determined by U.S. Customs and Border Protection at entry. Rates from USITC HTSUS 2026-06-15-cn-us. The IEEPA reciprocal tariff was struck down (SCOTUS, 2026-02-20) and is excluded. Not legal or customs-broker advice.