Handmade Japanese Washi Rice Paper Rolls

Traditional washi paper made by hand from rice plant fibers or mulberry, produced in wide rolls exceeding 15 cm for shoji screens and calligraphy. It qualifies for HTS 4811.90.10.00 due to its handmade production and format in rolls or large sheets, featuring natural fibers and irregular edges.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4804.11.00Same rate: 35%

If kraftliner specs met (kraft fibers, high burst strength >115 g/m²)

Material composition and strength tests override handmade status for specific kraft papers.

4811.90.90Same rate: 35%

If produced by machine despite traditional appearance

Production method determines classification; machine-made goes to 'other' category.

4820.90.00Same rate: 35%

If sold as registers, account books, or binders with handmade paper covers

Assembled articles shift from paper heading to heading 4820.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide manufacturer affidavits or videos demonstrating manual molding/screening process to verify handmade status

Ensure rolls are >15 cm width; narrower strips shift to different subheadings

Avoid printing motifs as primary feature, or it may classify under Chapter 49 per chapter notes

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