Standard Newsprint Roll from Japan
Newsprint paper in large rolls, typically weighing 45-52 g/m², made primarily from mechanical wood pulp for high-volume printing. It falls under HTS 4801.00.01 as it meets the definition of newsprint designed for newspapers and similar print media in rolls. The groundwood pulp content exceeds 65% and brightness is under 65%.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify basis weight (45-52 g/m²) and pulp composition via mill certificates to confirm newsprint classification
• Ensure rolls are over 15 cm wide and opacity meets standards; misclassification as printing paper risks audits
• Provide end-use documentation proving newspaper/print use to avoid reclassification