Thermal Transfer Ribbon Base Paper from Japan
Thin uncoated paper rolls (60 g/m²) as base for thermal transfer ribbons in barcode printing. Classified 4802.20.40 for heat-sensitive graphic base applications. High tensile strength for high-speed ribbon winding.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Prove thermal transfer base via supplier specs; coated ribbons go to 4814
• Monitor for sack kraft misclass (4804.21 if specs match note)
• Roll-only import; slit widths <36cm may trigger 4816