Spot-Printed Coated Catalog Paper from Japan
Kaolin-coated lightweight roll paper with spot color prints for catalog alignment, mechanical fibers >10% for economical printing. Under HTS 4810.22.50.80 as printed other light-weight coated paper for graphics. Spot printing qualifies as 'printed' per tariff.
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
• Specify 'spot print coverage <20%' in docs to affirm subsidiary to end-use printing
• Use moisture-proof wrapping; humidity affects coating and fiber integrity
• Cross-check against 4810.22.5040 if print deemed insufficient