Synthetic Ribbon Core Fabric for Printers from Japan
Man-made fiber narrow woven fabric (width ≤30 cm, selvaged) designed as core material for typewriter or dot-matrix printer ribbons under 9612. Adhesive-bound warp-without-weft construction ensures flexibility and strength. HTS 5806.32.1010 due to specific manufacturing suitability.
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
• Confirm no weft presence; adhesive assembly distinguishes from standard woven under chapter notes
• Test for Chapter 59 exclusions like impregnation before import declaration
• Use invoices specifying 'for 9612 ribbon mfg' to justify specific subheading