Kodak PIX Instant Film Camera from Japan
The Kodak PIX is a pocket-sized instant camera with fixed focus lens, ideal for spontaneous snapshots with thermal paper prints. Classified under HTS 9006.59.40 for its fixed-focus photographic design excluding cinematographic use. It captures analog-style images without focus rings or zoom capabilities.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document film compatibility and fixed-focus optics to distinguish from digital hybrids
• Label shipments clearly as 'photographic cameras' to prevent reclassification as printed matter printers
• Ensure compliance with FCC for any integrated flash electronics