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Lithographic Stone Plate from Japan

A polished Bavarian limestone plate grained for lithographic printing, capable of accepting greasy ink images that repel water-based ink. Falls under HTS 8442.50.10.00 as a traditional lithographic stone prepared for direct printing applications in art reproduction.

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 geological certification confirming lithographic limestone quality to validate preparation

Ensure stones measure under plate dimensions to avoid cylinder classification

Document surface treatment (graining/polishing) process to distinguish from raw stone imports

Lithographic Stone Plate from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8442.50.10.00