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Stencil Duplicator Master Paper from Japan

Coated paper sheets used as masters for spirit duplicators, impregnated with a porous layer for ink penetration. Classified in HTS 4809.90.71.00 as 'coated paper for duplicator stencils,' meeting the transfer paper definition without additional treatments. Ideal for high-volume mimeograph printing.

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

• Include porosity and burst strength test data to prove duplicator suitability and avoid general paper classification

• Ensure invoices specify 'for duplicator stencils' to match subheading description