Adox Silvermax Base Paper

Premium uncoated silver gelatin base paper at 140 g/m² in A3 sheets (297x420 mm), for fine art photo sensitization. Classified in 4802.56.60.00 for its chemical fiber composition and dedicated photographic preparation.

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.

4802.57.10Same rate: 35%

If >150 g/m²

Heavier paperboard shifts to higher weight subheading.

4811.90.80Same rate: 35%

If thermal paper base

Thermal treatment bases have specific Chapter 48 subheading.

4820.10Lower: 10% vs 35%

If loose exercise book sheets

Chapter note excludes loose cut sheets from 4820 if for binding.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document sheet dimensions precisely as folded state affects size classification

Test fiber content if blended pulps to ensure ≤10% mechanical fibers

Separate from sensitized stocks to avoid Chapter 37 treatment

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