Canson Mi-Teintes Pastel Drawing Paper from Japan
Textured, uncoated paper at 160 g/m² (equivalent basis weight in sheets), fiber content primarily chemical wood pulp under 10% mechanical, optimized for pastels and colored pencils in artistic drawing. Meets HTS 4802.57.20.00 criteria for drawing paper in sheets of 40-150 g/m² equivalent, non-perforated for graphic use.
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
• Include technical data sheets proving textured surface for drawing and grammage compliance to customs
• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics printing paper; specify 'for artistic drawing' on invoices
• Test for mechanical fiber content if blended; over 10% shifts to 4802.54 subheading