Vinyl Loose-Leaf Binders from Japan
Three-ring binders made from paperboard covered with vinyl, designed for holding loose-leaf paper in offices and schools. They fall under HTS 4820.30.00 as binders other than book covers, specifically for organizing documents with removable sheets. The paperboard core provides structure while the vinyl offers durability.
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
• Verify the paperboard content exceeds 50% by weight to qualify under Chapter 48; plastic-dominant binders may shift to Chapter 39
• Include detailed material composition in commercial invoices to avoid reclassification during customs examination