Printing Mat Board for Stereotypes from Japan
Printing mat board is a flexible, fibrous paper mat used to form molds for casting molten metal into stereotype printing plates. Classified under HTS 4809.90.20.00 due to its role in transfer and matrix processes for duplicating printing surfaces. It is typically supplied in rolls or large sheets for newspaper and book printing industries.
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
• Include technical datasheets showing Mullen burst strength and fiber composition for customs validation
• Watch for misclassification as packaging kraft paper; ensure declaration specifies 'stereotype mat'