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Thermal Transfer Ribbon Base Paper from Japan

40 g/m² specially coated paper in wide rolls as base for thermal transfer ribbons. HTS 4811.90.80 applies to coated paper >30 g/m². Coating accepts thermal ink layer for barcode printing.

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

Specify 'base paper for coating;' finished ribbons classify differently

Provide surface smoothness specs for thermal acceptance

Avoid confusion with direct thermal paper in 4811.90.90