Water-Activated Reinforcement Tape Paper from Japan
Wide rolls (>15 cm) of reinforced gummed kraft paper with fiberglass threads for high-strength packaging tape. Meets HTS 4811.49.10.00 as gummed adhesive paper in large roll format for industrial sealing.
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
• Specify reinforcement material (fiberglass vs paper) in documentation to confirm paper classification
• Measure roll width precisely; borderline sizes often lead to customs disputes
• Avoid over-declaring strength properties that might suggest paperboard (heading 4811 vs 4819)