Minolta Alpha-9 APS SLR Camera
Minolta's Alpha-9 (also known as Dynax/Maxxum 9) APS variant is an SLR camera optimized for 24mm magnetic APS roll film, offering autofocusing, TTL viewfinder, and magnetic data imprinting capabilities. It supports the IX240 cartridge format with drop-in loading. Falls under HTS 9006.59.0160 for its specific 24mm sensitized film compatibility and reflex design.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If non-SLR rangefinder version
Rangefinder APS cameras lack TTL reflex viewfinder, classifying under the non-reflex <35mm roll film subheading.
If heavily modified with digital scanning internals
Significant electronic modifications for hybrid digital use could reclassify as input equipment under Chapter 84.
If instant film version exceeding 24mm width
Polaroid/instant variants often use wider film, shifting to other <35mm but non-magnetic roll film category.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide original manuals or spec sheets confirming APS/magnetic film specs to support classification during customs review
• For used imports, obtain shutter count verification to assess value and prevent undervaluation penalties
• Ensure lens mount compatibility declared separately if imported without body to avoid parts classification issues
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Nikon F3MF 35mm SLR Film Camera
The Nikon F3MF is a professional-grade single lens reflex (SLR) camera designed specifically for 24mm-wide Advanced Photo System (APS) film with magnetic tracks for data encoding like date and exposure info. It features a through-the-lens (TTL) viewfinder essential for precise composition and focusing. Classified under HTS 9006.59.0160 due to its SLR design, 24mm APS roll film compatibility, and magnetic sensitization support.
Canon EOS IX APS SLR Film Camera
The Canon EOS IX (Elan IX in some markets) is a compact SLR tailored for 24mm-wide APS magnetic roll film, featuring eye-controlled focusing and through-the-lens metering via its pentaprism viewfinder. It magnetically records exposure data on the film. HTS 9006.59.0160 applies to its SLR construction and precise 24mm sensitized film specification.
Contax IX APS SLR Rangefinder Hybrid Camera
Kyocera's Contax IX combines SLR precision with luxury build for 24mm APS magnetic film, using a TTL phase-detection AF and data-imprinting magnetic layer support. Its titanium body houses a high-end pentamirror viewfinder. Classified in HTS 9006.59.0160 for 24mm roll film SLR specifics excluding exclusions in chapter notes.
Olympus Isus APS SLR Compact Camera
The Olympus Isus (Stylus IX in US) is a weather-sealed SLR for 24mm magnetic APS roll film, with built-in TTL flash and drop-in cartridge loading for magnetic data storage. It offers three print formats via reflex viewing. HTS 9006.59.0160 captures its niche 24mm sensitized SLR design.