9006.59.40 - Fixed focus

This category, HTS 9006.59.40, encompasses photographic cameras designed with a fixed focus mechanism. Fixed focus cameras are characterized by their inability to adjust the lens to achieve varying degrees of sharpness at different distances. Instead, they are typically set to a specific focal point, making them suitable for general-purpose photography where subjects are generally at a consistent, pre-determined distance.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 9006.59.20.00, is crucial. The sibling category specifically includes cameras utilized in the preparation of printing plates or cylinders, implying a specialized application within the printing industry. In contrast, 9006.59.40 is for broader photographic use, not tied to printing plate creation, and specifically identifies cameras where the focusing mechanism is not adjustable by the user.

Within this "Fixed focus" sub-classification, further distinctions are made. The subcategories "Disc cameras" and "Other" allow for more granular classification based on camera design and features. "Disc cameras" refers to a specific type of camera utilizing disc film, while "Other" accommodates a range of fixed focus cameras not falling under the disc camera designation.