Other
Motion-picture film, exposed and developed, whether or not incorporating sound track or consisting only of sound track: > Of a width of 35 mm or more: > Other
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Products classified under HTS 3706.10.60
Exposed 35mm Color Negative Film for Cinema
This is 35mm motion-picture film exposed and developed with color negative emulsion, used in professional filmmaking for capturing cinematic footage. It falls under HTS 3706.10.60 as it is wider than 35mm, exposed and developed, but not a positive print or duplicate for reproduction. The film incorporates image tracks suitable for theatrical projection after processing.
Developed 35mm Black and White Reversal Film
35mm motion-picture film exposed and processed as black and white reversal, producing positive images directly for documentary or indie films. Classified in HTS 3706.10.60 for widths 35mm or more, other than printed positives. It may include soundtrack for synchronized audio in post-production.
Exposed 65mm IMAX Motion Picture Negative
Large format 65mm film exposed and developed for IMAX cinematic productions, offering ultra-high resolution for giant screen theaters. It qualifies under HTS 3706.10.60 as 35mm or wider exposed/developed film, other than positives or newsreels. Often used for epic blockbusters with optional magnetic soundtrack.
Developed 35mm Soundtrack-Only Film Reel
35mm motion-picture film consisting solely of optical or magnetic soundtrack, exposed and developed from audio recordings for film synchronization. Falls under HTS 3706.10.60 as 'other' exposed film of 35mm or more, explicitly covering sound track only. Used in post-production for dubbing legacy films.
Exposed and Developed 35mm Cinema Dailies
Daily rushes or dailies on 35mm film, exposed during shooting and rush-developed for on-set review in film production. Classified HTS 3706.10.60 for 35mm+ width, other exposed/developed motion-picture film not for printing. Provides quick color-corrected previews before final grading.
35mm Film Negative for Archival Storage
Professionally exposed and developed 35mm motion-picture negatives stored in climate-controlled archival cans for preservation. HTS 3706.10.60 applies to these 35mm+ originals, other than duplicates or positives. Used by studios for master protection against loss.
Developed 70mm Panavision Film Negative
70mm wide motion-picture film exposed and developed using Panavision cameras for widescreen epics like 2001: A Space Odyssey remasters. Under HTS 3706.10.60 for widths 35mm+, other exposed film. Horizontal squeeze optics for ultra-wide aspect ratios.
Exposed 35mm Vintage Film Reel Restoration
Vintage 35mm film reels exposed decades ago, developed, and imported for digital restoration projects. HTS 3706.10.60 covers these legacy motion-picture originals of 35mm+, other categories. Scanned frame-by-frame for 4K remasters.
35mm Magnetic Stripe Sound Film
35mm motion-picture film with exposed and developed magnetic soundtrack stripes for high-fidelity audio in older productions. Classified HTS 3706.10.60 as 35mm+ other exposed film including sound tracks. Compatible with magnetic reproducers.
Developed 35mm Test Footage Negative
Camera test footage on 35mm film exposed and developed to calibrate lenses and lighting before principal photography. HTS 3706.10.60 for 35mm+ other motion-picture film. Short rolls for technical assessments.