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Ilford Silver Gelatin Emulsion Base from China

Premium photographic gelatin base used in black-and-white film emulsions for its consistent gelling properties and minimal impurities. It falls under HTS 3503.00.55.20 as it meets the criteria for photographic gelatin, distinct from general-purpose or printing gelatins.

Duty Rate — China → United States

23.8%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Provide end-use statements specifying photographic emulsion application to prevent misclassification as general gelatin

Check for Chapter 49 exclusions by confirming no printing industry formulation

Package in moisture-proof containers and declare storage conditions to maintain import viability