3702.56.00.30 - Motion-picture film 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | m, m2 |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 38¢/m2 |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS subcategory, 3702.56.00.30, specifically classifies motion-picture film that is sensitized, unexposed, and made from materials other than paper, paperboard, or textiles. The film must be intended for color photography (polychrome) and have a width exceeding 35 millimeters. This designation is crucial for identifying film stock intended for professional cinematic production, distinguishing it from other forms of photographic media.
The key differentiator for this category lies in the combination of its intended use for motion pictures, its polychrome (color) nature, and its specific width of over 35 mm. Unlike its sibling category, 3702.56.00.60 ("Other"), which would encompass color photographic film exceeding 35 mm in width but not specifically designated or manufactured for motion picture use, this code isolates the cinematic film stock. This allows customs authorities to apply specific regulations, duties, or statistical tracking relevant to the film industry.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the classification hinges entirely on the precise fulfillment of all criteria: being motion-picture film, sensitized and unexposed, of a material other than paper, paperboard, or textiles, for color photography, and with a width exceeding 35 mm. Understanding these specific parameters is essential for accurate declaration and compliant import or export.