Platinum-Palladium Print Substrate Paper from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Maintain chain-of-custody documentation showing paper goes directly to photographic emulsion coaters
• Ensure opacity and whiteness specs documented for photo-specific suitability
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial rather than graphic arts end use