Unpunched Fortran Punchcard Sheets from Japan
Sheets of rectangular cards for Fortran programming punchcard machines, coated with inorganic substances, bleached kraft base ≤150 g/m², >95% chemical fibers. Blank for punching code holes. Fits HTS 4810.31.30.00 as non-punched 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%
Import Tips
• Obtain supplier affidavits confirming no other coatings beyond kaolin/binder to meet heading 4810 requirements
• Watch for strip vs sheet form; strips are explicit, but sheets qualify if rectangular for punch machines