Exposed 35mm Color Motion Picture Film Reel from Germany
A 35mm film reel exposed and developed with color cinematography footage, including an optical sound track, used for feature films. It falls under HTS 3706.90.00.60 as motion-picture film that is exposed and developed but not further processed into prints or duplicates. This classification applies to raw exposed reels imported for post-production editing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify the film is exposed and developed with lab certification to avoid reclassification as unexposed stock; declare exact footage length and sound track presence accurately
• Ensure customs documentation includes origin of negative to prevent undervaluation penalties