2-Inch D-Ring Looseleaf Binder from Japan
Heavy-duty looseleaf binder featuring angled D-rings that hold up to 500 sheets of 8.5x11-inch paper, with chipboard covers reinforced for durability. Classified under HTS 4820.30.00.20 for its looseleaf design allowing easy page insertion and removal. Commonly used for archival storage or professional presentations.
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
• Measure ring capacity and confirm paperboard construction exceeds 50% by weight to stay in Chapter 48
• Provide burst strength tests if covers are thick paperboard to differentiate from thinner folders
• Avoid bulk packaging that resembles wholesale paper stock, which could shift classification