4811.90.80.30 - Direct thermal coated paper

This classification, HTS Code 4811.90.80.30, specifically covers "direct thermal coated paper." This refers to paper that has been treated with a thermochromic coating, meaning it changes color when exposed to heat. This property is utilized in various applications, most notably in thermal printing for receipts, labels, and ticketing systems. The paper itself is a cellulosic material falling under Chapter 48, and its specialized coating dictates its placement within this specific subcategory.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings is crucial for accurate classification. While 4811.90.80.20 covers gift wrap (other than tissue), this direct thermal coated paper is differentiated by its functional coating and intended end-use, which is not primarily decorative. The sibling category 4811.90.80.50, "Other," serves as a residual category for items not otherwise specified within this broader group. Therefore, any paper product meeting the definition of direct thermal coated paper, and not fitting into gift wrap, would be classified here.

As this node is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Classification under 4811.90.80.30 is determined by the presence of the direct thermal coating and its application in heat-sensitive printing processes. The paper's physical characteristics, such as its weight exceeding 30 g/m² and its form in rolls or sheets of specified dimensions, are also encompassed by the broader context of heading 4811.