Photo Base Paper Roll 120g/m² from Japan
Uncoated paper in rolls, specifically designed as a base for photo-sensitive paper, with a weight of 120 g/m² and high whiteness for optimal imaging. It falls under HTS 4802.20.4040 as uncoated paper used as a base for photo-sensitive paper, not perforated, and not of headings 4801 or 4803. This base supports light-sensitive emulsions without pre-coating.
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
• Verify basis weight and opacity meet base paper specs; provide mill test certificates for fiber content and purity
• Ensure declaration as 'base for photo-sensitive paper' to avoid misclassification into printing paper subheadings