Stearin Coated Candy Wrapping Paper Sheets from Japan
Large sheets (>36 cm x >15 cm) of paper covered with stearin for glossy, grease-resistant candy and chocolate bar wrappers. Classified under HTS 4811.60.40.00 for stearin-coated paper meeting size criteria.
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
• Lab analysis of stearin content prevents reclassification to plastic-coated categories
• Declare sheet sizes unfolded; folding during packing doesn't change classification state
• Watch for Chapter 49 if printed designs overshadow coating function