Yongnuo YN685 TTL Flash from Japan
The Yongnuo YN685 is an affordable hotshoe-mounted speedlight with master/slave wireless functionality and full TTL support for Canon/Nikon. It qualifies under HTS 9006.69.01 as other photographic flashlight apparatus, excluding discharge lamp types. Popular for wedding and event photography.
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
• Label with specific camera system compatibility (e.g
• Canon E-TTL) to support Chapter 90 classification
• Include flash duration and color temperature specs in invoices to differentiate from continuous lights
• Check for ROHS compliance certification to expedite electronics import processing