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35mm Color Positive Release Print from Japan

A 35mm motion-picture film positive release print developed from a negative, featuring full-color visuals and optical soundtrack for cinema projection. It falls under HTS 3706.90.00.30 as a positive release print intended for theatrical distribution. This excludes waste or scrap and relates to photographic processes using light on photosensitive surfaces.

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

• Verify the print is a positive release version developed for projection, not negatives or intermediates; provide certification of exposure and development process

• Ensure documentation distinguishes from duplicate prints to avoid reclassification

• Watch for quotas on film imports from certain countries