Professional Membership Directory from Japan
An annual printed roster of members for a professional association, listing names, specialties, and contacts. Classified in HTS 4901.99.00.30 as a directory under printed books and similar matter.
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
• Obtain association certification to prove it's a membership listing, not a promotional catalog
• Watch for sets of multiple issues, which remain in 4901 per chapter notes
• Declare if embossed or photocopied, as these count as 'printed' per Chapter Note 2