Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera from Japan

The Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 is a compact instant print camera designed for casual photography, producing credit-card sized prints immediately after capture. It features automatic exposure and a selfie mirror but uses a fixed-focus lens system, classifying it under HTS 9006.40.60 as an instant print camera valued not over $10 each. This subheading covers non-fixed focus models primarily, though market pricing aligns with the value threshold for basic import units.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

16.8%

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

Import Tips

Verify appraised value per unit does not exceed $10 with commercial invoices, as exceeding triggers higher subheading 9006.40.95

Include detailed camera specifications confirming instant print functionality and non-fixed focus to avoid misclassification under 9006.31

Ensure FCC compliance labeling for electronic components to prevent customs holds on photographic imports