Grid-Printed Paper Rolls for Seismic Recorders from Japan
Specialized rolls of thermal-sensitive paper printed with fine grid lines for seismic data recorders, which are self-recording instruments capturing earthquake vibrations. The printing provides precise measurement scales for analog output. This fits HTS 4823.40.00.00 as printed rolls for self-recording apparatus.
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
• Document the paper's compatibility with specific seismic recorder models to prove principal use in self-recording
• Avoid common error of classifying as general thermal paper under 4816; highlight the functional printing
• Batch imports may require additional testing if customs questions burst strength or fiber content unrelated to this heading