Cellophane Tape Backing Film from Japan
Clear 0.035 mm regenerated cellulose film serving as backing for transparent adhesive tapes. Under HTS 3920.79.10.00 as unreinforced, noncellular sheet of cellulose derivative ≤0.076 mm thick. Excludes combined adhesive layers.
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
• Import backing only, not tape assembly (3506.91 if adhesive included); lab test for 95%+ cellulose per note (a)(1)
• Pitfall: thickness variation leading to average >0.076 mm rejection