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Branded Shampoo Bottle Labels from Japan

Glossy printed paper labels with waterproof coatings for shampoo and conditioner bottles, displaying ingredients, brand logos, and usage instructions. Classified under HTS 4821.10.4000 as printed paper labels for consumer product packaging.

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

• Provide FDA-compliant ingredient declaration samples if labels include health claims

• Test for curl resistance in humid conditions to confirm suitability as bottle labels

• Avoid overprinting barcodes that could trigger scanning as retail packaging under 4819