Water-Resistant Plastic Impregnated Newsprint Rolls from Japan
Kraft paper rolls impregnated with plastic resins for moisture resistance, used in newspaper printing presses. HTS 4811.59.20.00 covers this as plastic-impregnated printing paper in wide rolls, providing enhanced runnability over standard newsprint. Meets size criteria and printing end-use.
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
• Submit fiber analysis showing compliance with printing grade, avoiding sack kraft reclassification
• Document plastic content under 15% by weight to stay in paper headings, not plastics
• Test for Mullen strength if resembling kraftliner specs in nearby subheadings