Matte Coated Newsprint Blend Paper Sheets from Japan
Matte-finish sheets blending mechanical fibers (>10%) coated with inorganic substances for cost-effective printing. Ideal for flyers and catalogs, classified in 4810.29.10.35 due to sheet format and graphic purpose.
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
• Provide pulp origin certificates to validate mechanical/chemi-mechanical fiber ratio
• Ensure no binder confusion; specify kaolin or inorganic coating in docs
• Watch for roll vs sheet packing; rolls reclassify to adjacent subheading