Gelatin Derivative for Photography

Modified gelatin emulsion base for photographic film, derived from animal sources but not printing-specific. HTS 3503.00.55.50 covers as other gelatin derivatives, excluded from Chapter 49 printing products.

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.

3703.10.30Higher: 38.7% vs 21.3%

If coated on film support

Completed sensitized materials shift to Chapter 37.

3707.90.60.00Higher: 35% vs 21.3%

If as developers or fixers containing gelatin

Chemical photo preps including derivatives go to 3707.

4901.99.00Lower: 17.5% vs 21.3%

If for printing plate production

Notes exclude printing gelatins to Chapter 49.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare 'unexposed emulsion' to avoid Chapter 37 photographic plates classification

Provide formulation sheets showing no starch degradation (per 3505 notes)