Silver Halide Base Paper Matte 180g from China

Matte-finish uncoated paperboard over 180 g/m² from sulfate chemical pulp, intended for silver halide emulsion sensitization in analog photography. Classified under HTS 4802.58.50.00 for its high weight, low mechanical fiber content, and specific use as unsensitized base stock. Provides stable foundation for darkroom photographic processes.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Obtain mill test report confirming Mullen burst strength and fiber analysis; declare as 'not for printing' to prevent duty disputes

Pitfall: Importing in pre-cut sheets may trigger 4820 if punched/perforated