35mm Film Splicer from Germany
A manual splicing machine designed for joining 35mm photographic film strips using adhesive tape or ultrasonic welding. It is classified under HTS 9010.50.50.00 as other apparatus for photographic laboratories, specifically as a film splicer for editing and preparing film reels. Essential for film preservation and restoration workflows.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify equipment is dedicated to photographic film processing, not motion picture projection, to avoid reclassification
• Include technical specifications and user manuals proving lab use for customs valuation