Handmade Mulberry Lokta Paper Sheets from Japan
These sheets are crafted by hand from the bark of the Daphne shrub using traditional Nepalese methods, resulting in a textured, uncoated paper ideal for art prints and stationery. Classified under HTS 4802.10.00.00 as handmade paperboard used for graphic purposes, not machine-made.
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
• Verify authenticity with certificates of handmade production to distinguish from machine-made papers in HTS 4801
• Provide detailed fiber content and manufacturing process documentation to customs for smooth clearance
• Avoid common pitfalls like incorrect sizing declarations, as rectangular sheets must align with graphic use criteria