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Genealogy Microfilm Census Records from Japan

Microfilm rolls of historical census records for genealogical research centers. Classified as visual materials under HTS 9817.00.42.00 for archival microfilm preservation.

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 national archives source certification and census year ranges

• Declare film condition (master negative, service copy) and duplication generations

• Specify reader/printer compatibility and handling preservation requirements

Genealogy Microfilm Census Records from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 9817.00.42.00