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Walmart One-Time-Use 35mm Film Camera

Walmart's store-brand disposable camera uses 35mm roll film with 27 exposures at ISO 400 and built-in flash for everyday use. Classified in HTS 9006.53.0220 as other one-time-use cameras for 35mm film, excluding reloadable or instant types. Economical design promotes single-use followed by professional film processing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+20.0%20%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9006.53.02Same rate: 20%

If compact cameras with manual film advance

Non-disposable 35mm cameras with reusable features classify under different 'other' subheadings.

9031.41.00Higher: 25% vs 20%

If equipped with precision measuring optics

Cameras with industrial measuring capabilities go to optical measuring instruments per Chapter notes.

8513.10.40.00Lower: 16% vs 20%

If flash uses discharge lamps over certain wattage

Flashbulbs exceeding discharge lamp specs classify separately under Chapter 85 lighting per exclusions.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Private label imports need brand authorization letters to prevent trademark issues at customs

• Batch test for film advance mechanism; jamming common in budget models leads to returns

• Mark cartons with 'Fragile - Film Cameras' to avoid crushing during transit

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