Cinematographic Film Splicer from China
A manual or electric device for precisely joining strips of 16mm or 35mm motion picture film using adhesive tape or cement. Classified under HTS 9010.50.60.00 as equipment for cinematographic laboratories, essential for editing and repairing film reels during post-production.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide technical specs confirming compatibility with cinematographic gauges (8mm, 16mm, 35mm) to justify Chapter 90 classification
• Document as 'photographic lab equipment' on commercial invoice; avoid generic 'film cutter' descriptions