Eastman Kodak E-Grade Gelatin Sheets

E-grade rectangular sheets of photographic gelatin surface-worked for uniform thickness in motion picture film bases. HTS 3503.00.55.20 applies due to its exclusive use in photographic applications, not covered by printing exclusions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.8%+17.5%21.3%
🇲🇽Mexico3.8%+10.0%13.8%
🇨🇦Canada3.8%+10.0%13.8%
🇩🇪Germany3.8%+10.0%13.8%
🇯🇵Japan3.8%+10.0%13.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3503.00.55Same rate: 21.3%

If imported in bulk powder form

Specificity for sheets vs other forms affects 10-digit classification.

3002.90Lower: 10% vs 21.3%

If prepared for therapeutic blood albumin uses

Medicaments or blood products of Chapter 30 take precedence over gelatin.

4901.99.00Lower: 17.5% vs 21.3%

If used in printing plates

Gelatin products for printing industry are excluded to Chapter 49.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare color treatments if any, as provisions allow surface-worked or colored sheets

Partner with licensed customs brokers familiar with chemical tariffs

Monitor EU REACH equivalents for origin compliance