Newsprint Coated Paper Sheets from Japan
Large rectangular sheets (>36 cm x >15 cm) of coated newsprint-grade paper containing mechanical pulp for offset printing. The kaolin coating enhances ink holdout and reduces set-off in high-speed presses. Classified under HTS 4810.29.10 for its size, coating, and mechanical fiber proportion.
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 analysis reports proving mechanical fiber content exceeds 10% by weight
• Measure sheet dimensions in unfolded state; smaller sizes go to other subheadings
• Avoid printing motifs that are primary use, as they shift to Chapter 49