Embossed Leatherette Book Cover Paper from Japan
Sheets of embossed paper imitating leather grain, used for bookbinding and journal covers. HTS 4808.90.40.00 covers this embossed paperboard in sheets for such uses.
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
• Distinguish from plastic-coated imitations (4901 for printed covers)
• Thickness measurement key; paperboard vs paper boundary at 0.25-0.5mm
• End-use statements may be requested for bookbinding vs general craft