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Tracing Glassine Paper Rolls from Japan

Tracing glassine paper is a highly translucent greaseproof paper used in technical drawing and overlay applications due to its smooth surface and grease resistance. Produced in rolls for printers and drafters. HTS 4806.20.00.00 covers it as glazed transparent greaseproof paper.

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

• Measure opacity and grease resistance to validate classification under greaseproof papers

• Specify if in rolls over certain widths to avoid bulk paper headings

• Check for printing that dominates use, which could shift to chapter 49