Resin-Enhanced PET Thermal Transfer Ribbon from Japan
A premium thermal transfer ribbon with resin-enhanced wax formulation on coated PET film, ideal for durable labels on synthetic materials in industrial printers. Classified under HTS 9612.10.90.30 due to its specific preparation for thermal impression transfer on ribbon-using devices. The coating ensures scratch-resistant prints for long-term applications.
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 ink formulation certificates proving thermal transfer readiness to avoid disputes over 'prepared' status
• Label shipments clearly as 'thermal transfer ribbons on PET' to prevent confusion with standard plastic films
• Check for anti-dumping duties on Asian-sourced PET ribbons; maintain origin certificates