Movie Poster Pre-Production Prints from Japan
Oversized pre-production prints of theatrical movie posters on photo-grade paper, imported for marketing team examination of color accuracy, sizing, and material suitability before final poster production run. Excluded from photoengraving plate exception. HTS 9813.00.25 applies.
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 release schedule and marketing plan referencing poster approval; prints must be destroyed or returned after examination; coordinate with studio legal for import documentation