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Paper Popcorn Bags from Japan

Grease-resistant unprinted paper bags for movie theater popcorn. Classifies in HTS 4819.40.00 as other paper bags, not lightweight coated paper.

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

• Document grease resistance method (not coating weight >15 g/m²)

• No printing allowed; theater logos move to 4819.30

• Test fiber content; mechanical pulp risks 4810.22