Unpunched IBM 80-Column Punch Cards from Japan
Rectangular paper cards measuring 80 columns by 12 rows, designed specifically for punchcard machines like IBM systems 360/370, supplied in continuous strips or fanfold stacks. They fall under HTS 4823.90.31.00 as unpunched cards for punchcard machines, not loose sheets cut to size per Chapter 48 notes. Made from high-quality cardstock to withstand punching without tearing.
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 cards meet exact dimensions for punchcard compatibility to avoid reclassification; provide manufacturer specs confirming unpunched status; check for strips packaging as it qualifies under the heading