16mm Educational Documentary Film

A 16mm color reversal film containing recorded documentary footage with magnetic sound track for educational institution use. Classified under HTS 9817.00.44.00 as motion-picture film with recorded pictures and sound. Imported developed for classroom and library projection systems.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8523.49.30.00Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If optical media like DVD/Blu-ray with same content

Digital optical discs classified under recorded media heading 8523

9817.00.42.00Same rate: 10%

If film rolls without recorded sound track

Silent motion-picture films use different statistical suffix

8543.70Higher: 12.6% vs 10%

If containing significant digital data storage components

Hybrid media with data functions may fall under electrical machinery

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include educational institution purchase orders and intended use declarations

Ensure film format meets motion-picture film specifications per HTS notes

Maintain records showing films used for exhibition, not data storage purposes

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