Darkroom Emulsion Base Paper Glossy from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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