Paper Pulp Slab for Laboratory Air Filtration from Japan
Specialized slabs from high-purity paper pulp for cleanroom and lab fume hood air filtration. Falls under HTS 4812.00.00.00 as filter slabs of paper pulp per the tariff definition.
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
• Provide HEPA or ULPA equivalence documentation and low-particulate pulp certificates
• Use ISPM 15 compliant packaging for lab-sensitive imports to prevent contamination claims