Surface-Printed Metallized Paper Sheets from Japan
Rectangular sheets of paper with vacuum metallized aluminum layer and surface-printed designs for premium packaging. HTS 4811.90.90 covers the metallization and printing as surface decoration not qualifying for 4809/4810 exclusions. Used for gift boxes and luxury goods wrapping.
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
• Document metallization process (vacuum deposition) separately from printing to support 4811 classification
• Measure metal layer thickness (<6.5 microns typical) to avoid Chapter 76 classification as foil
• Ensure printing motifs aren't primary use, or risk reclassification to Chapter 49