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Lightweight Newsprint Roll 42 g/m² from Japan

Ultra-light newsprint rolls at 42 g/m² basis weight, designed for economy printing with high opacity from groundwood pulp. Under HTS 4801.00.01.40 as other newsprint, suitable for daily tabloids. Reduces shipping costs for high-volume publishers.

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

Test for basis weight tolerance (±5%) with certified lab reports

Label rolls clearly with pulp type (mechanical >80%) for CBP review

Lightweight Newsprint Roll 42 g/m² from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 4801.00.01.40