X-Ray Film Base Paper Medical Grade

High-precision kaolin-coated paper in rolls for medical X-ray film base, to be sensitized with radiographic emulsions. HTS 4810.13.60.00 covers this as basic photographic paper with pure chemical pulp, no mechanical fibers.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4810Same rate: 35%

If self-copy or transfer paper type coating

Coatings for duplicating purposes (not photo) classify under 4810.2 subheadings.

3705.00.00.00Same rate: 35%

If pre-sensitized for radiographic use

Sensitized photographic plates/film for medical X-ray go directly to chapter 37.

4805.11.00.00Same rate: 35%

If semichemical fluting with ≥65% hardwood

Corrugated medium paper with specific CMT crush resistance excludes from photo paper.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include ISO certifications for medical-grade purity in documentation

Specify 'for photographic sensitization only' to avoid 4810.19 general coating classification

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