Mass Market Fantasy Paperback from Japan
A rack-sized fantasy novel paperback (standard 4-7/8 x 7-1/2 inches max), paperbound with interior text pages and glossy cover, produced for impulse buys on retail racks. HTS 4901.99.00.75 covers this format as other rack size paperbound books.
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
• Use precise measurements in invoices; exceed rack size and it reclassifies to general paperbacks
• Ensure no original engravings or antiques elements, excluded by Chapter 49 note 1
• For series, declare as individual books, not collections, to stay in 4901