Stainless Steel Photographic Developing Tank

A durable stainless steel tank designed for processing black and white photographic film in a darkroom environment. It features a light-tight lid and capacity for multiple film reels, allowing chemicals to develop negatives evenly. Classified under HTS 9010.50.20.00 as specialized equipment for photographic laboratories.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3923.90.00Higher: 38% vs 35%

If made primarily of plastic rather than metal

Plastic containers not specifically designed for photographic use fall under general plastic articles of heading 3923.

8479.89.65.00Lower: 20.3% vs 35%

If part of a complete industrial film processing machine

Components integrated into larger photographic machines are classified with the machine in 8479, not separately as lab equipment.

7323.93.00Lower: 12% vs 35%

If for bulk stainless steel tanks without photographic-specific features

General stainless steel household utensils without light-tight lids or film reel slots go to heading 7323.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the tank is explicitly for photographic film development to avoid reclassification as general labware

Include detailed invoices specifying light-tight design and film reel compatibility for customs validation

Ensure packaging prevents chemical residue contamination during shipping to meet sanitary import standards

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