Handmade Japanese Washi Calligraphy Paper from Japan
Traditional washi paper handmade from gampi or kozo fibers, prized for its strength and texture in sumi-e ink painting and calligraphy. HTS 4802.10.00.00 applies as it's uncoated, handmade paperboard for writing and graphic arts.
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
• Obtain origin certificates from Japanese artisans proving manual production to satisfy HTS handmade note
• Document non-perforated status explicitly, as perforations could misroute to punch tape categories