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Matte Coated Book Cover Board 350 gsm from Japan

Heavy matte kaolin coated paperboard 350 g/m² specifically for hardcover book casings. HTS 4810.19.20.90 due to printing suitability, exceeding weight minimum, no mechanical pulp. Provides elegant non-reflective finish for text.

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

• Certify against 4804 kraftliner specs; book board lacks required Mullen burst strength

• Declare sheet/roll form explicitly; cut-to-size cards risk 4820 exclusion

• Test for fluting/corrugation resistance to avoid 4805 medium paper confusion