Molded Paper Pulp Shoe Supports from Japan
Tree-shaped supports molded from paper pulp to maintain shoe form during storage/shipping. Classed in HTS 4823.90.1000 as paper pulp articles shaped for footwear. Biodegradable alternative to plastic trees.
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
• Size grading documentation; compression strength specs; pair with shoe HTS coordination