Ilford HP5 Plus 35mm Black & White Film from China
A classic panchromatic black and white negative film in 35mm roll format, 24 or 36 exposures (length over 30m), unexposed and sensitized on a plastic base. Classified under HTS 3702.97.00.00 for its 35mm width and extended length, ideal for street and documentary photography.
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
• Include emulsion type and base material certification to avoid reclassification; check for temperature-controlled shipping requirements
• Common pitfall: confusing with motion picture film which may have different specs
• Label clearly as 'unexposed sensitized film' on customs forms