Argus DC1500 Point-and-Shoot Camera

Budget 35mm film camera with variable focus lens and pop-up flash, priced under $10 per unit for retail. Under HTS 9006.59.1210 for non-fixed focus, narrow roll film photographic cameras excluding technical uses. Entry-level option for amateur photographers.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.8%+17.5%24.3%
🇲🇽Mexico6.8%+10.0%16.8%
🇨🇦Canada6.8%+10.0%16.8%
🇩🇪Germany6.8%+10.0%16.8%
🇯🇵Japan6.8%+10.0%16.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

9006.59Same rate: 24.3%

If valued between $10-$25 each

Progressive value bands within 9006.59 dictate subheading placement.

9013.80Lower: 14.5% vs 24.3%

If equipped with telescopic sight auxiliary lens

Telescopic sights excluded from 9005/9006 per note; classify as optical instruments.

3923.10.90.00Higher: 38% vs 24.3%

If plastic body imported as unfinished camera shell

Unfinished parts classify by material under Chapter 39 per general rules.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document focus mechanism details to differentiate from fixed-focus; use commercial invoices showing unit value

Watch for reclassification if bundled with tripods (heading 9620)

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