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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide cross-section samples showing gum layer visibility to customs examiners
• Document base fabric origin separately if subject to textile quotas