4808.90.40.00/Embossed Leatherette Book Cover Paper/Japan

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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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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