Food Grade Glassine Bags Liner Paper from Japan
Translucent glassine paper approved for direct food contact, glazed for grease and moisture barrier properties in bakery bag liners. HTS 4806.40.00.00 applies to this glazed translucent paper in rolls suitable for flexible packaging conversion. Meets FDA standards for food packaging applications.
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
• Obtain FDA compliance certificates and migration test results for food contact approval before import
• Declare exact basis weights (typically 30-50 gsm) as heavier papers risk sack kraft classification
• Avoid combining with plastic films in same shipment to prevent set classification under different headings