Journal with Elastic Band

Premium journal notebook with thick unlined pages, rounded corners, and elastic closure band, bound sewn. HTS 4820.10.20 as bound diary/notebook for reflective writing. Features enhance utility without changing form.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4202.92.97Higher: 52.6% vs 35%

If elastic + fabric cover like handbag

Travel cases of paper/textile in 4202.

4820.90.00.00Same rate: 35%

If as general stationery article

Other bound items in residual.

4819.40.00Same rate: 35%

If carbonized black paper pages

Copying/transfer papers in 4819.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Elastic is accessory; paper dominates

Photos in invoices clarify binding

Lignin-free paper cert for archival claims

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