4810.31.30.00/Blank Tabulating Machine Cards/Japan

Blank Tabulating Machine Cards from Japan

Coated cards for tabulating punchcard machines, from bleached kraft ≤150 g/m² with chemical fibers >95%, no punches. Used in early data tabulation. Matches HTS 4810.31.30.00 for punchcard machine cards.

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%

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Import Tips

• Ensure CBP entry specifies 'not punched, for punchcard machines' to align with subheading description

• Test coating weight and type to confirm no organic binders dominating over inorganic

• Avoid bulk packing resembling rolls, as rectangular sheets/strips are key for this code