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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare 'unexposed emulsion' to avoid Chapter 37 photographic plates classification
• Provide formulation sheets showing no starch degradation (per 3505 notes)