U.S. imports of Self-Copy Paper, Cut to Size or Shape (HS 481620) totaled $1.3M in August 2026, imported from 12 countries.
Importers of Self-Copy Paper, Cut to Size or Shape paid $141K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 10.98% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Self-Copy Paper, Cut to Size or Shape imports of $1.3M in August 2026 ran 36% below the year-to-date monthly average of $2.0M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataCarbonless copy paper — commonly known as NCR paper — relies on microencapsulated dye chemistry rather than carbon film to transfer impressions, making it a staple for multi-part business forms, invoices, and receipts. Germany leads US import supply under this heading, with Canada also a significant source, reflecting the strength of European and North American specialty coated-paper industries. The single tariff line 4816200000 covers all cut-to-size presentations; importers should confirm that the product is not in roll form, which would require classification under a different heading.
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No. Carbon paper (which uses a carbon or wax coating on a separate interleaf sheet) is classified under heading 4816 as well, but in a different subheading. Self-copy paper (481620) is carbonless — it uses pressure-sensitive microencapsulated chemistry applied directly to the paper surface, eliminating the need for a separate carbon sheet.
A mill certificate or technical data sheet confirming the microencapsulation coating system and the paper's intended use for pressure-sensitive copying is the most reliable supporting document. This distinguishes it from pressure-sensitive adhesive papers or other coated papers that might otherwise appear similar on a commercial invoice.
Subheading 1 of 2 in heading 4816
Subheading 481620 · $1.3M of $1.7M
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4816200000 | Self-Copy Paper, Cut to Size or Shape | $1.3M | 10.98% | 92.59% | $141K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 4816200000 | Self-Copy Paper, Cut to Size or Shape | $1.5M |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
ImportsExports
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$1.3MYoY · free account
Exports
$1.5MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $24.3M of Self-Copy Paper, Cut to Size or Shape and exported $18.5M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · August 2026
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Germany and Thailand together supply 82% of it. China pays 37.5% duty; Canada 0.0%.
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rate provision · imports
7.4% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 10.98% of imports for consumption.