Movie Promotion Poster from Japan
A large-format printed poster featuring film artwork and promotional text, typically 24x36 inches, used for advertising upcoming movie releases in theaters. It falls under HTS 4911.91.40.20 as a printed poster not over 20 years old at importation, classified as other printed pictures distinct from books or advertising brochures. The imagery is principal, with minimal text.
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 printing date to confirm the poster is not over 20 years old, as older items may shift to Chapter 97 for antiques
• Include detailed invoices specifying material (e.g
• paper stock) and dimensions to avoid misclassification as artwork