Hoya 67mm ND8 Neutral Density Filter from Japan
Hoya 67mm ND8 filter for photographic lenses, reducing light intake by 3 stops to enable wider apertures in bright conditions. It qualifies under HTS 9002.20.40.00 as a mounted photographic filter accessory for cameras. The neutral density optical coating is mounted in an aluminum frame for lens attachment.
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
• Test and document optical density reduction to prove function as a photographic light control filter
• Use invoices specifying 'photographic use only' to differentiate from cinematographic filters
• Comply with FDA laser safety regs if ND filters have IR blocking properties mimicking medical optics