Handmade Abaca Hemp Art Paper Sheets from Japan
Art paper handmade from abaca (Manila hemp) fibers, featuring natural texture for printmaking and book arts. It qualifies for HTS 4802.10.00.00 as uncoated handmade paperboard for graphic purposes.
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
• Certify fiber as abaca/hemp with no chemical sulfate to avoid kraft paper confusion
• Ensure shipments specify 'non-perforated' to stay within punch-card exclusions
• Avoid declaring as industrial if retail graphic use predominates