4802.20.20.00 - Basic paper to be sensitized for use in photography 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | kg, m² |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 5% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS classification covers specialized paper designed as a base material for photographic applications. Specifically, it includes uncoated paper that is intended to be further processed or sensitized for use in producing photographic images. The fundamental characteristic is its preparation and composition to receive and react with light-sensitive chemicals or processes.
While the sibling category 4802.20.40 also relates to paper used for photosensitive applications, this particular code, 4802.20.20.00, is reserved for the "basic paper" itself, before any photosensitive coatings are applied. It focuses on the inherent qualities of the paper substrate that make it suitable for subsequent photographic treatment, rather than papers that may already possess some level of photosensitivity.
As this is a leaf node in the HTS structure, there are no further subdivisions. Classification under this code hinges on the paper's intended end-use as a base for photographic materials. Therefore, determining its suitability requires understanding the manufacturing process and the planned application in the photographic industry, differentiating it from general printing or writing papers.