Latex-Saturated Bookbinding Endpaper from Japan
Large sheets of paper impregnated with latex for flexibility and durability as endpapers in hardcover books, sizes >36 cm x 15 cm. HTS 4811.90.30.00 applies for latex-impregnation enhancing foldability without cracking. Ideal for premium binding.
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
• Test for impregnation depth vs surface print to avoid Chapter 49
• Declare grammage precisely; >225 g/m² may classify as paperboard
• Include end-use affidavits if CBP questions vs label paper