Photosensitive Litho Plate Base Paper

Large rolls exceeding 15 cm width of uncoated paper as base for photosensitive coatings on lithographic printing plates. Classified under HTS 4802.20.10.00 for its graphic base purpose and dimensions. Provides dimensional stability for offset plate production.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4805.11.00Same rate: 35%

If semichemical fluting composition

Specific pulp/process specs per note shift to fluting paper.

8442.50.90Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If imported as printing machinery parts

End-use assembly into plate-making equipment may classify as parts.

4802.20Same rate: 35%

If hand-made variants

Chapter hierarchy prioritizes hand-made paper in separate provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Printing industry certifications validate litho base use over general paper

Maintain roll integrity; damaged edges can affect width measurements

Declare grammage precisely to avoid paperboard crossover

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