Foma Fomabrom Unbleached Base Paper Variant

Unbleached uncoated paper sheets 9x12 cm (90x120 mm) with mechanical pulp fraction >10%, base for bromoil photographic processes. Qualifies for 4802.62.50.00 as small-size, non-perforated graphic base paper for sensitization.

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.

4805.24Lower: 10% vs 35%

If recovered pulp testliner base

Waste paper pulp products with burst index ≥2 kPa·m²/g classify under 4805.24.

4802Same rate: 35%

If in rolls, photo-designated

Roll-format base paper for photography uses the roll subheading 4802.52.

4811.90.80Same rate: 35%

If surface-sized for inkjet photo

Sized or coated graphic papers shift to Chapter 48 coated paper headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Conduct fiber content assays; >10% mechanical threshold is strictly enforced at entry

Include end-use affidavits from manufacturers specifying photo sensitization purpose

Watch for handmade paper claims that shift to 4802.90; machine-made only here

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