Glossy Lightweight Coated Magazine Paper from Japan
This lightweight coated paper, weighing under 72 g/m² with kaolin coating on both sides, is designed for high-quality magazine printing. It contains over 10% mechanical fiber content and meets 4810.22 specifications for lightweight coated paper used in graphic purposes. The coating enhances ink holdout and gloss for vibrant prints.
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
• Verify coating weight does not exceed 15 g/m² per side and total weight ≤72 g/m² to qualify under 4810.22
• Provide mill test certificates confirming mechanical fiber content >10% and kaolin/inorganic coating only
• Avoid misclassification as uncoated paper (4802) by documenting no other coatings beyond kaolin/binder