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Motion Picture Film Archive Transfer from Germany

16mm motion picture films of documentary footage imported for public film studies library. These exposed films preserve 20th-century social history for cinema research programs. Qualifies under 9810.00.30.00 for public educational institution.

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

• Include film studies curriculum syllabus referencing archival films,Provide film archivist's condition assessment and preservation plan,Document climate-controlled storage meeting archival standards