Glued-Top Reporter's Notebook Pad from Japan
Narrow-ruled spiral notepad with a sturdy cardboard back, used by journalists for interviews. Fits HTS 4820.10.2020 as a memorandum pad, with binding and format for portable note-taking. Pocket size and ruling support its stationery pad purpose.
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 samples if binding method is unique; customs may test for 'bound' status
• Label orientation (portrait/landscape) and sheet grammage to match pad definitions
• Avoid overprinting logos; subsidiary printing ok, but primary designs risk Chapter 49