Scientific American Monthly Issues Bundle from Japan
Tied bundles of Scientific American magazines for shipping, featuring science articles, illustrations, and research summaries. Classified in HTS 4902.90.20.60 as other unbound journals with single issues grouped for transport.
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
• Provide ISSN numbers on entries to confirm periodical status
• Distinguish from technical papers that might go to 4901 if bound