Surface-Printed Packaging Paper Rolls from Japan
Kraft paper rolls surface-printed with brand logos and patterns for flexible packaging conversion into bags. Falls under HTS 4811.90.90.80 as surface-decorated paper in rolls, other than kraftliner or sack kraft.
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
• Prove printing is subsidiary to packaging function via end-use affidavits to prevent Chapter 49 shift
• Test basis weight and burst strength; if meeting kraftliner specs (>115 g/m², high Mullen), reclassify to 4804.11
• Include commercial invoices specifying roll dimensions and print coverage percentage