Gift Wrapping Kraft Paper Rolls from Japan
Plain uncoated kraft paper rolls at 100 g/m² for holiday gift wrapping, produced from chemical sulfate pulp. HTS 4804.39.40 applies as other kraft wrapping paper ≤150 g/m², without coatings or qualifying strength for sack/liner types.
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
• Ensure no motifs/prints are primary (not subsidiary to wrapping) to stay out of Chapter 49
• Use commercial invoices specifying 'uncoated kraft wrapping paper' and roll form to match hierarchy
• Test for fiber content; blends <80% sulfate risk downgrade to 4804.19 non-kraft