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%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
• 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