Single Sheet Unbound Novel Pages from Japan
Loose single sheets containing pages of a novel, designed for binding into a complete book, classified under HTS 4901.10.0040 as printed books in single sheets. These sheets include text and are part of a complete literary work, per Chapter 49 note 3(b).
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 sheets are part of a complete bound work per Chapter 49 notes to avoid reclassification to 4911
• Provide documentation proving assembly into books to confirm 'designed for binding' status
• Label fiber content if paper includes recycled materials to meet EPA import requirements