Motion Picture Film Archive Transfer from Japan
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 — 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
• Include film studies curriculum syllabus referencing archival films,Provide film archivist's condition assessment and preservation plan,Document climate-controlled storage meeting archival standards