Agfa Polychrome Unsensitized Emulsion Concentrate from Japan
Agfa's Polychrome concentrate is an unsensitized liquid emulsion of cubic silver chloride crystals with color mask formers for high-contrast negative paper. Under HTS 3707.90.32.10 for its unmixed state as a photographic chemical preparation for color negative paper. Supports image formation via light on photosensitive surfaces after machine coating.
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%
Import Tips
• Test emulsion samples upon arrival to certify unsensitized status with customs labs if challenged
• Use UN-approved packaging for silver-bearing liquids to avoid hazmat surcharges
• Document production batch purity to meet food-contact adjacent standards for paper coating