Children's Picture Book Signatures from Japan
Folded single sheets forming signatures of children's picture books where pictures are principal interest and text subsidiary, under HTS 4901.10.0040. Meets definition in heading 4903 note but as unbound sheets for binding.
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
• Include proof that pictures form principal interest to distinguish from general printed matter
• Ensure sheets are signatures constituting part of complete children's books for proper classification
• Avoid mixing with advertising content to prevent shift to 4911