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Exposed Thermosensitive Medical Imaging Film from Japan

Thermosensitive films exposed to laser/heat in medical printers for latent diagnostic images, undeveloped. Per chapter notes, 'photographic' includes thermosensitive surfaces; thus HTS 3704.00.00.00. Used in CT/MRI output before processing.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Reference chapter note on thermosensitive to justify classification

• Include printer compatibility specs confirming exposure method

Exposed Thermosensitive Medical Imaging Film from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3704.00.00.00