Photographic Base Paper RC Glossy 35 g/m²
Uncoated resin-coated paper weighing 35 g/m², designed as a base to be sensitized with light-sensitive emulsions for photographic printing. It is classified under tariff item 4802.54.00 because it is basic uncoated paper under 40 g/m² with no mechanical fiber content.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the paper is already coated with resin or plastic
Coated paper is classified in heading 4811, not 4802.
If the paper is sensitized with photographic emulsion
Sensitized photographic paper falls in Chapter 37.
If the weight is 40 g/m² or more
Heavier uncoated paper is classified under a different subheading.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the resin coating is not applied yet—if it is, the paper may be classified under heading 4811
• Keep records showing the paper is uncoated at import time
• Ensure the weight is accurately stated as under 40 g/m²
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