Stearin-Coated Cheese Paper Rolls from Japan
Specialty paper rolls coated with stearin (animal fat derivative) for cheese aging and wrapping. HTS 4811.60.60.00 as 'other' stearin-coated paper excluded from base headings.
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
• Certify stearin source (vegetable/animal) for potential sanitary import restrictions
• Avoid declaring as 'waxed' if stearin-dominant to prevent duty evasion claims
• Test burst strength; high-strength may overlap kraftliner alternatives