Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary from Japan
This hardcover dictionary contains comprehensive definitions, pronunciations, and etymologies for over 165,000 words, printed on paper in a bound format. It falls under HTS 4901.91.00 as a dictionary, a specific type of printed book featuring alphabetical word listings with explanations.
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
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