Brochure Coated Mechanical Pulp Paper from Japan
Light-weight 68 g/m² paper coated on both sides with china clay, containing 65% chemi-mechanical fibers for vibrant brochure printing. Classified in HTS 4810.22.7040 due to its graphic purpose, weight limits, and specified pulp content.
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
• Retain supplier affidavits on fiber sourcing (mechanical vs chemical) for CBP review
• Avoid retail packaging that might trigger 4821 classification for converted articles
• Check for surface printing; if motifs are primary, it may shift to Chapter 49