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35mm Cinema Soundtrack Film Reel from Germany

Exposed and developed 35mm motion-picture film containing an optical soundtrack, designed specifically for playback in professional cinema projectors during motion-picture exhibitions. It falls under HTS 3706.10.30.00 as it is a sound recording on film of 35mm width or more, suitable for use in connection with motion-picture exhibits. This excludes film without sound or narrower formats.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify film width is 35mm or greater and includes a soundtrack compatible with cinema projectors to confirm classification under 3706.10.30.00

Provide certificates of development and exposure, plus proof of suitability for motion-picture exhibits, to avoid misclassification as unexposed film

Check for any embedded data tracks that might trigger additional IT or software import regulations

35mm Cinema Soundtrack Film Reel from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3706.10.30.00