Exposed Super 8mm Soundtrack Film Cartridge from Japan
A cartridge of Super 8mm film exposed with amateur footage and developed, featuring a magnetic soundtrack strip. It is classified in HTS 3706.90.00.60 as other exposed motion-picture film incorporating sound. Commonly imported by hobbyists for editing or archiving personal films.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document cartridge format and exposure details to differentiate from consumer video; check for magnetic strip compliance with electronics regs
• Pitfall: incorrect valuation based on silver content can trigger audits