Embossed Battery Separator Paper from Japan
Specialty embossed paper used as separators in alkaline batteries for electrolyte retention. Industrial HTS 4808.90.40.00 classification.
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
• Purity/ash content specs critical
• Thickness/micro-porosity tests
• Parts vs finished battery declaration