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.
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This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing >10% mechanical fibers
Higher mechanical fiber content moves it to the graphic purposes subheading with mechanical pulp allowance.
If sold as a set with sensitizing chemicals
Packaged with emulsions, it becomes a sensitized photographic plate or film of Chapter 37.
If cut to size and perforated for specific machines
Processed into Jacquard or machine-specific cards falls under other paper articles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include technical data sheets proving kaolin/inorganic coating only, no organic binders that could shift to other coatings
• For bulk imports, segregate from sensitized goods to prevent CBP reclassification during inspection
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