Kentmere Darkroom Base Paper for Emulsion Coating

Economical uncoated paper in rolls, 60-120 g/m² range, chemical wood fibers (<10% mechanical), manufactured as base for custom photographic sensitizing lines in analog printing. Precisely matches HTS 4802.55.60.00 definition for unsensitized photo paper.

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.

4801.00.01Same rate: 35%

If newsprint-grade with mechanical fibers

High mechanical pulp content (>50%) classifies as newsprint under 4801.

4819.20.00Same rate: 35%

If made into cartons post-import

Converted into boxes shifts from basic paper to packaging articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use accredited lab testing for fiber analysis if CBP questions mechanical content threshold

Document roll dimensions and weight per m² on packing lists to confirm roll/sheet status