Exposed Unprocessed Black and White Photographic Film from Mexico
A roll of 35mm black and white photographic film that has been exposed to light capturing images but not yet developed. It falls under HTS 3704.00.00.00 as it is photographic film exposed but not developed, used in traditional analog photography. The latent images require chemical processing to become visible.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify exposure status with documentation; customs may inspect to confirm undeveloped latent images
• Provide certificates of analysis showing photosensitive emulsion intact and unprocessed
• Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as unexposed film under 3702, which has different duties