Canson Mi-Teintes Pastel Paper from Japan
Textured uncoated pastel drawing paper with mechanical pulp fibers exceeding 10% total content, in 19 x 25 inch sheets trimmed to 297 x 420 mm unfolded. Classifies as 4802.62.10.00 writing/cover paper due to size (420 mm one side >360 mm? Wait, 420<435, 297=297) and graphic use. Colored surface for dry media artwork.
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
• Document texture as inherent to pulp not coating; coated art paper goes to 4810.22
• Specify 'non-perforated' in docs—perforated art sheets risk 4820 classification
• For colored paper, prove color is pulp-integrated not printed (Chapter 49 risk)