Canon PowerShot A1100 IS Disposable Camera from Japan
A compact 35mm roll film camera valued under $10 each, featuring a non-fixed focus lens and basic flash apparatus for casual snapshot photography. It falls under HTS 9006.59.1210 as an other photographic camera for roll film less than 35mm width, not fixed focus, and low-valued. Designed for consumers seeking affordable point-and-shoot options without cinematographic features.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify invoice value per unit stays under $10 with detailed breakdowns to qualify for this subheading; declare roll film width specs accurately
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as fixed-focus avoids higher duties but requires focus mechanism proof