Promotional Spiral Pocket Calendar from Japan
A small wire-bound pocket calendar printed with company branding, local events, and monthly planners for handout marketing. Under HTS 4910.00.60.00 as a printed calendar, provided advertising is not the principal purpose per Chapter note 5. Common for tradeshow giveaways.
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
• Quantify ad vs. calendar content ratio in samples to defend against 4911 reclass
• Ship in bulk master cartons to optimize freight for high-volume promo items
• Register trademarked designs to protect against counterfeits at entry