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.
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This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If weighing over 150 g/m² but ≤225 g/m²
Adjacent weight bands in the roll subheading for photographic base paper.
If kraftliner grade with sulfate fibers >80%
High-strength kraft paper for packaging, not graphic/photo use, changes heading entirely.
If printed with motifs as primary feature
Printed paper where printing is not subsidiary falls into Chapter 49 printed books/brochures.
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• Align with supplier COA (Certificate of Analysis) for burst strength and coating type to support classification
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Silver Halide Base Paper Matte
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