Basic paper to be sensitized for use in photography
Paper and paperboard, coated on one or both sides with kaolin (China clay) or other inorganic substances, with or without a binder, and with no other coating, whether or not surface-colored, surface-decorated or printed, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets, of any size: > Paper and paperboard of a kind used for writing, printing or other graphic purposes, not containing fibers obtained by a mechanical or chemi-mechanical process or of which not more than 10 percent by weight of the total fiber content consists of such fibers: > In rolls: > Of a width exceeding 15 cm: > Weighing not more than 150 g/m²: > Basic paper to be sensitized for use in photography
Duty Rate (from China)
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
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)
Products classified under HTS 4810.13.11
Photographic Base Paper RC Glossy
This is a kaolin-coated paperboard weighing 140 g/m², in rolls wider than 15 cm, designed as basic stock to be sensitized with light-sensitive emulsions for photographic printing. It contains no more than 10% mechanical fibers and meets the specifications for HTS 4810.13.11 due to its use in analog photography processes. The resin-coated (RC) surface ensures dimensional stability during development.
Silver Halide Base Paper Matte
Matte-finish kaolin-coated paper at 120 g/m², supplied in large rolls over 15 cm wide, intended for emulsion sensitization in black-and-white silver halide photography. Its pure chemical wood fiber composition (≤10% mechanical) qualifies it strictly under HTS 4810.13.11 as basic paper for photographic use. Ideal for professional darkroom applications.
Ilford Multigrade Base Paper
High-quality kaolin-coated resin paper at 145 g/m², in wide rolls for variable-contrast photographic emulsion application. Meets HTS 4810.13.11 with chemical pulp dominance and no mechanical fibers over 10%. Branded for professional analog photography workflows.
Fotomec Sensitizing Base Paper
Kaolin-coated neutral pH paper weighing 135 g/m², wide rolls for large-format photo emulsion coating. Adheres to HTS 4810.13.11 specs with chemical fibers predominant. Used in specialized litho and alternative process photography.
Adox Silvermax Base Paper
Single-side coated paper at 125 g/m² for panchromatic emulsion sensitization, in professional rolls >15 cm. Meets all HTS 4810.13.11 parameters including fiber purity for high-contrast analog photography. Double-weight variant for durability.
ResinCoat Photo Base Paper
RC-backed kaolin coated paperboard 148 g/m², wide rolls for industrial emulsion coating lines. HTS 4810.13.11 classification based on weight, coating, fiber rules, and photo sensitization intent. Used in high-volume photo lab production.
Pearl Finish Photographic Base Stock
Semi-gloss pearl kaolin-coated paper 132 g/m² in jumbo rolls >15 cm, pure chemical pulp for premium emulsion base. Fits HTS 4810.13.11 perfectly as unsensitized photo paper. Suited for gallery-quality enlargements.
Darkroom Emulsion Base Paper Glossy
Glossy kaolin-coated base paper weighing 130 g/m² in rolls exceeding 15 cm width, specifically formulated for coating with photographic emulsions in darkroom processing. With minimal mechanical fibers, it adheres to HTS 4810.13.11 criteria for sensitized photographic base stock. Used by labs for custom analog film printing.
Bergger Gold Bleed Base Paper
Premium double-sided kaolin-coated paperboard, 110 g/m² in rolls >15 cm, prepared for fiber-based photographic sensitization with excellent bleed resistance. Qualifies under HTS 4810.13.11 due to its low mechanical fiber content and specific photo end-use. Favored for archival fine art prints.
Kentmere Darkroom Base Paper
Economical kaolin-coated grade 3 paper, 115 g/m² rolls over 15 cm wide, for standard emulsion sensitization in darkrooms. Complies with HTS 4810.13.11 via low mechanical content and graphic/photo purpose. Popular for student and hobbyist use.