Silver Halide Base Paper Matte 140g/m² from Japan
Matte-finish kaolin-coated paperboard at 140 g/m², serving as base for traditional silver halide photographic emulsions. Classified in 4810.19.11.00 as it is sensitized for photographic use, with inorganic coating only and fiber content excluding mechanical processes.
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
• Include end-use declarations specifying photographic sensitization to distinguish from general printing paper
• Test for burst strength and coating composition to rule out kraftliner or sack kraft misclassification
• Ensure documentation shows no binders or organic coatings beyond allowed inorganic types