Carbonless Copy Paper Base from Japan
Paper coated on one side with microencapsulated dye precursors for NCR (no carbon required) forms. It qualifies under HTS 4809.90.71.00 as self-copy transfer paper, impregnated/coated for multi-part forms without carbon intermediary. Used in invoices, receipts, and business forms.
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
• Submit microcapsule coating certificates confirming transfer mechanism to distinguish from printed paper
• Declare as sets if imported with top sheet to prevent splitting into higher-duty components