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Cotton Blend Coated Letter Paper from Japan

Coated letter-sized paper sheets (fitting within 297mm x 435mm unfolded) with 30% cotton fiber content for executive correspondence and graphic design. The inorganic kaolin coating provides a glossy finish suitable for inkjet and laser printing. HTS 4810.14.70.20 applies due to its writing/printing purpose, cotton fiber level, and precise sheet dimensions.

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

• Obtain supplier affidavits confirming chemical pulping process (no >10% mechanical fibers) for smooth clearance

• Package in retail-ready formats but avoid sets with envelopes that could trigger 'sold as set' reclassification

• Monitor ash content and coating specifications to ensure no binders alter the inorganic-only coating requirement