Self-Copying Business Form Paper from Japan
Sheets of self-copy paper for multi-part business forms like orders and statements, activated by handwriting. HTS 4809.20.20.00 covers this as writing paper with self-copy capability, in contrast to machine duplicator types. Coated for 2-5 part copies without mess.
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
• Document end-use as manual writing to differentiate from offset plate paper
• Conduct fiber content analysis if sulfate pulp percentage nears kraftliner thresholds
• Use HTS advisory rulings for borderline self-copy vs coated printing paper