Kodak Mini Shot 3 Fixed Focus Instant Camera from China

The Kodak Mini Shot 3 combines fixed-focus instant printing with Bluetooth connectivity for hybrid digital-instant photography, producing 3x3 inch prints. The non-adjustable lens simplifies operation for everyday use. HTS 9006.40.40.00 applies to its instant print camera function with fixed focus.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Document primary function as instant print to avoid Chapter 85 digital camera classification despite Bluetooth features

Separate digital storage from print mechanism in technical descriptions for clear fixed-focus classification

Obtain prior ruling if hybrid features blur lines between photographic and digital camera definitions