9006.53.02 - For roll film of a width of 35 mm

This HTS category encompasses photographic cameras specifically designed for use with roll film having a width of 35 millimeters. This includes a broad range of 35mm film cameras, irrespective of their specific functionality or advanced features, as long as their primary medium is standard 35mm film. The classification focuses on the camera body and its core photographic capabilities, excluding accessories or specialized photographic equipment not fitting this primary definition.

The distinction of 9006.53.02 lies in its specific focus on 35mm roll film cameras, differentiating it from the broader "Other cameras" category under 9006.53. This heading does not include digital cameras or cameras utilizing different film formats, which would fall under distinct HTS classifications. It serves as a broad grouping for the most common type of film camera for a significant period of photographic history.

Within this category, further subdivisions exist to refine classification based on specific design features. The subcategory 9006.53.02.05 distinguishes cameras equipped with a through-the-lens viewfinder, commonly known as single-lens reflex (SLR) cameras. This highlights the importance of viewfinder technology as a key differentiator for specific types of 35mm film cameras. The remaining "Other" subcategory captures those 35mm film cameras that do not possess this specific SLR viewfinder mechanism.