Hahnemühle Photo Rag Baryta Base Paper Sheets from Japan
High-quality baryta-coated paper base (kaolin/china clay layer) for inkjet or traditional silver gelatin photographic papers, in A4/A3 sheets. Designed to be sensitized for darkroom or digital photo printing, with premium chemical wood fibers. Fits HTS 4810.14.60.00 as small-sheet basic paper for photographic use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain supplier certification of baryta (kaolin) coating specs and fiber analysis to confirm ≤10% mechanical content
• Avoid common error of importing pre-sensitized stock; declare as 'base paper' explicitly on commercial invoice
• For EU/China origins, prepare for additional FSC/PEFC certification demands on pulp sourcing