35mm Dolby Digital Cinema Soundtrack Film from China
Exposed 35mm film featuring a Dolby Digital optical soundtrack for high-fidelity audio in commercial motion-picture theaters. It qualifies for HTS 3706.10.30.00 as a sound recording on 35mm or wider film intended for synchronized playback in motion-picture exhibits. Essential for modern cinema audio synchronization.
Duty Rate — China → United States
38.9%
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
• Document Dolby certification and film development process to substantiate exhibit suitability
• Avoid bundling with digital backups, as sets may alter classification to data media
• Label clearly as 'developed sound recording film' to distinguish from raw stock