Receipt Paper Base Stock 36 gsm from Japan
Uncoated base paper in rolls weighing 36 g/m² from chemical fibers, used as substrate for thermal receipt paper coating. Under HTS 4802.54.61.00 for printing/graphic rolls <40 g/m², low mechanical content. Prior to coating for POS rolls.
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
• Specify 'uncoated base stock' in docs to distinguish from finished thermal paper
• Confirm no pre-coating; coated goes to 4810+ immediately
• Track humidity for accurate weight declaration