9902.09.16 - Instant print film, for color photography (polychrome) (provided for in subheading 3701.20.00)
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | N/A |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | 3.1% |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | No change |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | No change |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS code, 9902.09.16, specifically classifies instant print film intended for color photography. This film, also referred to as polychrome instant print film, is designed to produce developed prints immediately after exposure. Its classification under Chapter 99 indicates it is subject to temporary legislation or modifications, often related to trade agreements or specific import restrictions.
While the broader HTS system encompasses a vast array of goods from live animals (e.g., 0101 to 0105) to manufactured products, this particular code carves out a very specific niche. It distinguishes itself from general photographic film classifications (like those found in Chapter 37, where its "provided for" reference points) by its "instant print" functionality. Unlike conventional photographic film that requires separate development processes, this film integrates the development into the printing mechanism.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories directly under 9902.09.16. This signifies that any further distinctions for instant print film would be handled through additional import requirements or specific rulings rather than a change in the HTS code itself. The primary classification criteria here are the product's form (film), its intended use (photography), and its unique "instant print" characteristic.