Saunders LPL 4x5 Variable Contrast Enlarger from Japan
The Saunders LPL 4x5 enlarger supports sheet film up to 4x5 inches with a variable contrast light head for multigrade paper printing in professional darkrooms. It functions solely to optically enlarge still photographic negatives. HTS 9008.50.50.00 covers this non-cinematographic photographic enlarger.
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
• Include contrast filter specs to affirm darkroom printing purpose over technical uses
• Recommend ISO 9001 supplier certification for quality assurance in customs valuation