Embossed Surface-Decorated Foil Laminates from Japan
Paper laminated with thin foil and embossed/surface-decorated for premium confectionery packaging. HTS 4811.90.90 for foil-laminated decorated paper not qualifying as metal foil products. Luxury chocolate and candy wrappers.
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
• Measure foil thickness (<6.5 microns) to confirm paper-dominant classification
• Document embossing depth and decoration process sequence
• Test for metal migration if food contact intended