Ilford Multigrade Baryta RC Paper Base
Ilford's baryta-coated resin-coated base paper in sheets of 20x24 inches (508x610 mm unfolded, qualifying dimensions), 140 g/m², for darkroom variable contrast printing. Classed under HTS 4810.14.11.20 as baryta-coated basic paper for sensitization, with kaolin/baryta inorganic coating and no mechanical fibers >10%. Used by photographers before emulsion application.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in rolls instead of sheets
Rolls of baryta-coated paper fall under separate provisions outside the 'in sheets' subheading.
If both sides coated and lightweight ≤72 g/m² with mechanical fibers
Light-weight coated paper on mechanical base shifts to 4810.22 if meeting specific coating and fiber criteria.
If cut to small cards or shapes, not rectangular sheets
Chapter notes exclude loose cards cut to size from heading 4820, but processed shapes may go to 4823 as other paper articles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include technical datasheets proving baryta coating and fiber content; U.S
• Customs may require ISO 536 weight verification
• Ensure no pre-applied emulsion or color printing to prevent Chapter 37 or 49 classification
• Package in light-tight materials but declare as unsensitized to match HTS description
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Baryta Coated Photographic Base Paper A4
This is a baryta-coated paper in A4 sheets (210x297 mm), weighing 120 g/m², designed as basic paper to be sensitized for analog black and white photography. It meets HTS 4810.14.11.20 criteria: kaolin-coated with baryta, one side ≤435 mm and other ≤297 mm unfolded, one side >360 mm and other >150 mm, ≤150 g/m², for photographic sensitization. The baryta layer provides a smooth, reflective surface ideal for emulsion coating.
Baryta Coated Silver Gelatin Print Base A3+
A3+ sized (329x483 mm) baryta-coated paper at 130 g/m² for silver gelatin photographic processes, surface-colored white for optimal emulsion adhesion. Fits HTS 4810.14.11.20: photographic sensitization base, kaolin/baryta coated, sheet dimensions with one side >360 mm/>150 mm within 435x297 mm limits, no mechanical fibers. Essential for fine art darkroom printing.
Hahnemühle Baryta FB Photo Base Paper
Hahnemühle's fiber-based baryta coated paper in 9x12 inch sheets (229x305 mm, but qualified variants up to 435x297 mm), 145 g/m², for premium analog photography. HTS 4810.14.11.20 applies due to baryta (kaolin/barium sulfate) coating for sensitization, correct sheet size range, weight, and low mechanical fiber content. Provides high gloss and archival stability.
Kodak Baryta Coated Darkroom Paper Stock
Legacy Kodak baryta-coated paper stock in qualifying sheets (e.g., 16x20 inches trimmed to 406x508 mm unfolded), 135 g/m², intended for emulsion sensitization in darkrooms. Matches HTS 4810.14.11.20 precisely: inorganic baryta coating, photographic use, size >360x150 mm within limits, ≤150 g/m², minimal mechanical fibers. Used for professional contact printing.