Bergger RC Prestige Variable Contrast Smooth Base Paper from Canada
Uncoated resin-coated paper stock in rolls for silver gelatin photographic processes, grammage 40-150 g/m², with premium alpha-cellulose fibers (<10% mechanical). Classified under HTS 4802.55.60.00 as it's the unsensitized base requiring emulsion application for darkroom use.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Request mill test reports proving non-mechanical fiber dominance and exact grammage to support 4802.55 classification
• Label shipments clearly as 'photographic base paper - unsensitized' to prevent confusion with finished photo paper