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Transfer Self-Adhesive Heat Tape from Japan

Thermal transfer plastic tape with adhesive for barcode printing on labels. Classified 3919.90.50 as other self-adhesive plastic tape. Used in industrial label printers requiring clean release.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Specify thermal transfer mechanism and plastic ribbon composition

Avoid ink/toner classification by emphasizing plastic substrate dominance

Roll dimensions dictate precise 10-digit HTS selection