Basic paper to be sensitized for use in photography
Paper and paperboard, coated on one or both sides with kaolin (China clay) or other inorganic substances, with or without a binder, and with no other coating, whether or not surface-colored, surface-decorated or printed, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets, of any size: > Paper and paperboard of a kind used for writing, printing or other graphic purposes, of which more than 10 percent by weight of the total fiber content consists of fibers obtained by a mechanical or chemi-mechanical process: > Light-weight coated paper: > Other: > Other: > Basic paper to be sensitized for use in photography
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 4810.22.60.00
Photographic Base Paper for Emulsion Coating
Lightweight coated paper with over 10% mechanical fiber content, designed as the base stock for sensitizing with light-sensitive emulsions in analog photography processes. Coated on both sides with kaolin and weighing under 72 g/m², it meets HTS 4810.22.60.00 specifications for photographic sensitization. This paper provides a smooth surface for uniform emulsion application in darkroom printing.
Silver Halide Base Paper Stock
Specialty lightweight paper coated with inorganic substances, containing mechanical process fibers, serving as the substrate for silver halide sensitization in traditional film photography. Classified under HTS 4810.22.60.00 due to its preparation specifically for photographic emulsion application. The dual kaolin coating ensures optimal light scattering control post-sensitization.
Darkroom Resin-Coated Photo Base
Lightweight kaolin-coated paperboard with mechanical fibers, intended as the foundational layer for resin-coated photographic papers sensitized for darkroom exposure and development. Falls under HTS 4810.22.60.00 as basic paper prepared for photographic chemical treatment. Provides dimensional stability when emulsion is applied.
Analog Film Contact Print Base Paper
Coated paper stock in rolls, featuring >10% mechanical pulp and kaolin surface treatment, specifically manufactured to receive sensitizing chemicals for contact printing from analog film negatives. HTS 4810.22.60.00 classification reflects its exclusive photographic preparation purpose. Optimized grammage ensures high resolution in final prints.
Cyanotype Process Blue Print Base
Lightweight, dual-side kaolin coated paper with mechanical fiber content exceeding 10%, formulated as base material to be sensitized with iron salts for cyanotype blueprint photography processes. Precisely matches HTS 4810.22.60.00 for photographic sensitization preparation. Provides archival quality substrate for alternative process printing.
Platinum-Palladium Print Substrate Paper
High-purity lightweight coated paper featuring mechanical process fibers and inorganic kaolin coating, serving as the essential base for sensitization in platinum-palladium alternative photographic printing techniques. HTS 4810.22.60.00 applies due to its designated photographic preparation role. Delivers exceptional tonal range when properly sensitized.