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SITCSection 6
U.S. imports of binders, folders & file covers (excluding book covers) (SITC 64233) totaled $20.3M in April 2026, traded with 24 countries.
Importers of Binders, Folders & File Covers (Excluding Book Covers) paid $1.2M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 12% on $9.5M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Binders, Folders & File Covers (Excluding Book Covers) imports of $20.3M in April 2026 ran 37% above the year-to-date monthly average of $14.8M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataRing binders, lever-arch files, folders, and file covers made of paper or paperboard occupy a well-defined niche in the office-products supply chain, distinct from book covers, which fall under a separate classification. Importers should note that product construction—whether the binder incorporates metal rings, board stiffeners, or plastic components—can affect classification at the HTS level and influence applicable duty treatment. Sourcing decisions often hinge on unit cost, minimum order quantities, and lead times from offshore manufacturers.
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When a binder's essential character is determined by its metal ring mechanism rather than its paper or paperboard shell, classification may shift away from SITC 64233 toward a heading covering metal office articles. Customs brokers typically apply the GRI essential-character test to determine the correct heading, so importers should document the material composition and function of each component.
Not necessarily. Binders with an outer surface of plastic sheeting may be classified under a plastics heading rather than the paper/paperboard stationery heading, depending on the material that gives the article its essential character. A licensed customs broker should review samples before import to confirm the correct classification.
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