Hydrographic Nautical Chart Atlas from Japan
A book-form compilation of printed nautical charts for safe maritime navigation, including depth soundings and hazards. Classified in HTS 4905.20.00.00 as hydrographic charts in book form. Excludes digital or wall-sized versions.
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
Import Tips
• Provide certification from hydrographic authority to validate chart accuracy for import
• Ensure binding is permanent, not temporary folders, for 'book form' status
• Flag potential 4911 if charts include dominant advertising