Foma Fomatone RC Classic Base Paper Stock

Uncoated classic resin-coated paper in rolls for traditional black & white photo paper production, weight 40-150 g/m², fiber content primarily chemical pulp. HTS 4802.55.60.00 applies as it's the raw base to be emulsion-sensitized for graphic photographic purposes.

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.

4802.56.40.00Same rate: 35%

If in sheets, >150 g/m²

Weight and form (sheets vs rolls) dictate precise subheading placement.

4811.90.80Same rate: 35%

If paperboard quality (>225 g/m² effective after processing)

Thicker substrates become paperboard under 4811 for graphic uses.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Maintain chain-of-custody docs showing paper goes directly to emulsion coating processes

Avoid misdeclaration as art paper; specify 'for photographic sensitization' on commercial invoice