Thermal Fax Base Paper Roll from Japan
Narrow-width uncoated paper rolls for thermal fax machines, engineered for high-speed imaging without bleed. Classifies in HTS 4802.20.4040 as heat-sensitive base paper, excluding punch tape. Meets exacting smoothness for fax thermal heads.
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
• Specify roll dimensions <216mm width for fax use; broader rolls may classify differently
• Retain thermal stability test data; heat aging tests prevent disputes
• Avoid retail packaging; bulk import reduces duties but requires proper marking