Brochure Mechanical Coated Sheets from Japan
Rectangular sheets exceeding 36x15 cm of coated paper with chemi-mechanical fibers for brochure printing. Single or double kaolin coating ensures sharp imaging. HTS 4810.29.10 due to graphic purpose, fiber type, and large unfolded size.
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
• Document coating process to prove kaolin or inorganic substances only
• Avoid common pitfall of incorrect size declaration leading to duty adjustments
• Test for mechanical fiber content; ambiguity causes CBP scrutiny