Profoto A10 Studio Flash from Japan
The Profoto A10 is a compact on-camera electronic flash with AirTTL technology for wireless control, using discharge lamp technology for high-speed sync photography. Classified under HTS 9006.61.0060 as 'other' photographic electronic flashlight apparatus, as it's dedicated for still cameras excluding cinematographic or technical uses. Meets Chapter 90 exclusions for non-appliance items.
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
• Provide user manuals showing camera hot-shoe mount to prove photographic classification over general electric apparatus
• Watch for battery compliance (UN38.3 testing); lithium-ion flashes often trigger additional hazmat declarations