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Stainless Steel Photographic Developing Tank from Japan

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.

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

• 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