Coated Cover Stock Paper 200 gsm Rolls from Japan
High-quality coated paperboard in rolls, weighing 200 g/m², used for premium printing like book covers and brochures. It is coated on both sides with kaolin for smooth ink reception and is made from chemical wood fibers with no mechanical pulp content exceeding 10%. Classified under HTS 4810.13.20 due to its weight over 150 g/m², roll format wider than 15 cm, and graphic purpose suitability.
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
• Verify grammage certification from manufacturer to confirm >150 g/m² as customs may test samples
• Provide mill test reports proving <10% mechanical fiber content to avoid reclassification
• Ensure roll width >15 cm is documented; narrower rolls shift to other subheadings