Professional Photo Emulsion Base Paper RC

Resin-coated uncoated base paper for professional photographic emulsions, available in rolls for large-format printing. Classified in HTS 4802.20.2000 as paper to be sensitized for photography, ensuring dimensional stability. Used in high-end studios for custom prints.

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 paper specs met

Fluting papers with mechanical/chemical pulp for corrugation use different subheading.

4810.22Lower: 10% vs 35%

If lightweight coated for printing

Coated papers with mechanical wood fibers go to lightweight coated subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document end-use with buyer contracts specifying sensitization step

Comply with fiber content declarations per subheading notes

Pitfall: retail-packed sensitized paper requires Chapter 37 declaration

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