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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If kraftliner specs met (kraft fibers, high burst strength >115 g/m²)
Material composition and strength tests override handmade status for specific kraft papers.
If produced by machine despite traditional appearance
Production method determines classification; machine-made goes to 'other' category.
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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