Inkjet Photo Base Paper Glossy RC 130g/m² from Japan
Resin-coated glossy paper with kaolin underlayer, 130 g/m², used as base for inkjet photographic paper before pore-filling sensitization. HTS 4810.19.11.00 applies due to its kaolin coating, graphic purpose, and photo sensitization intent.
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
• Confirm no pore-filling organic coating via spectrometry to stay in inorganic-only subheading
• Document basis weight precisely as CBP weighs samples for ≤150 g/m² verification
• Separate from finished inkjet media to avoid Chapter 37 classification