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

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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

Surface-Printed Packaging Paper Rolls from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 4811.90.90.80