18 g/m² Bamboo Pulp Tissue Base Paper from Japan
Uncoated paper from bamboo pulp, 18 g/m² rolls for conversion to facial tissue. HTS 4805.91.70.00 covers other uncoated paper 15-30 g/m²; lacks embossing/perforation of note 3 exclusions. Soft, absorbent for hygiene products.
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
• State 'base paper for tissue conversion' to prevent classification as finished tissue
• No creping/embossing allowed; that's further working
• Document bamboo fiber % for sustainability claims