4802.55 - Weighing 40 g/m² or more but not more than 150 g/m², in rolls:

This HTS category, 4802.55, encompasses uncoated paper and paperboard specifically designed for writing, printing, or other graphic applications. Crucially, the material must weigh between 40 and 150 grams per square meter (g/m²) and be presented in rolls. This definition excludes paper and paperboard that primarily utilizes mechanical or chemi-mechanical pulping processes, or where such fibers constitute more than 10 percent of the total fiber content.

It is vital to distinguish this category from its siblings based on both weight and presentation. Unlike 4802.54, which covers lighter papers (under 40 g/m²), or 4802.58, which applies to heavier papers (over 150 g/m²), 4802.55 specifically targets the mid-weight range. Furthermore, its defining characteristic is its presentation in rolls, differentiating it from 4802.56 and 4802.57, which pertain to paper and paperboard in sheets of specific dimensions or other sheet formats within the same weight range.

The subcategories within 4802.55 further refine classification based on the width of the rolls. The primary distinction lies in whether the rolls exceed 15 centimeters in width. This allows for a more granular classification of various paper products, from narrower tapes to broader printing rolls, ensuring accurate tariff application based on their physical dimensions and intended use.