3503.00.55.50/Gelatin Derivative for Photography/Japan

Gelatin Derivative for Photography from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

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

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