Matte Lightweight Coated Paper for Annual Reports from Japan
Matte-finish, double-coated paper sheets (>36 cm one side) with >50% mechanical pulp, ≤72 g/m² for professional annual report printing. Fits 4810.22.10.00 for large-size light-weight coated printing paper.
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
• Conduct burst index or grammage tests if challenged; aligns with lightweight printing paper standards
• Document 'no other coating' beyond kaolin/binder to prevent shift to plastic-coated headings