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Photographic Base Paper RC Glossy 35 g/m² from Germany

Uncoated resin-coated paper weighing 35 g/m², specifically designed as a base to be sensitized with light-sensitive emulsions for photographic printing. It falls under HTS 4802.54.50.00 because it is basic paper under 40 g/m², not containing mechanical fibers, intended for photographic sensitization rather than direct writing or printing.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify paper weight is under 40 g/m² and fiber content excludes mechanical/chemi-mechanical fibers >10% via lab testing for classification

• Provide manufacturer specs confirming use as photographic base paper to avoid reclassification as general printing paper

• Ensure documentation distinguishes from sensitized (finished) photo paper under Chapter 37 to prevent duty disputes