Darkroom Emulsion Base Paper Glossy from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

10%

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

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