Stiffened Buckram Bookbinding Cloth from Japan
Buckram fabric coated with amylaceous substances for bookbinding outer covers, providing exceptional stiffness. Commonly used in library and collector editions. Classified in HTS 5901.10.20.00 as other coated fabrics for books.
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 cross-section samples showing gum layer visibility to customs examiners
• Document base fabric origin separately if subject to textile quotas