Bleached Kraft Coated Paper Roll for Packaging from Japan
This is a roll of bleached kraft paper coated on one side with kaolin, weighing 120 g/m², with over 95% chemical wood fibers. It exceeds 15 cm width and is used for high-end packaging like gift wraps due to its smooth printable surface. Classified under 4810.31.10 for its size, uniform bleaching, and kraft base not for graphic purposes.
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 uniform bleaching and >95% chemical pulp content via lab tests to meet subheading requirements
• Provide mill test certificates confirming weight ≤150 g/m² and kaolin coating without binders
• Avoid misclassification by confirming not intended for writing/printing; document end-use as packaging