4810.22.50 - Printed, embossed or perforated

This HTS category, 4810.22.50, specifically covers paper and paperboard of a kind used for writing, printing, or other graphic purposes, which has undergone further processing beyond basic coating. The defining characteristic here is the application of printing, embossing, or perforation. This differentiates it from other categories under 4810.22, which might focus solely on the type of coating or the base paper's fiber composition. The "Other" designation within this sub-heading signifies that it captures items processed with printing, embossing, or perforation that do not fall into more specific subdivisions.

The distinction from sibling categories lies in the *additional* operations performed on the paper. While its parents deal with coated paper and specific fiber content for graphic use, this node addresses the subsequent value-adding processes of imprinting designs, creating raised or indented patterns, or making pre-cut holes. This level of detail is crucial for accurate tariff application, as these treatments can significantly impact the product's end-use and value.

Within this category, further subdivisions exist to capture specific types of processed paper. The subcategories, 4810.22.50.44 and 4810.22.50.80, allow for the precise classification of items like hole-punched looseleaf paper versus other printed, embossed, or perforated articles. This granular approach ensures that specialized paper products are correctly identified and taxed according to their specific form and function, accommodating variations in the nature and extent of the printing, embossing, or perforation.