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HTS Chapter 37Photographic or Cinematographic Goods Tariff Rates (2026)

Includes photographic plates, film, paper, chemicals for photography, and cinematographic film, both exposed and unexposed.

Rate Overview

3%
Avg MFN Rate
10%
Section 122
N/A
Section 232
7.5-100%
Section 301 (China)

Key Headings in Chapter 37

HTS CodeDescriptionMFN RateSec 232Sec 301
3701Photographic plates and film3.7%N/A25%

Common Products

Photographic filmInstant print filmPhotographic paperPhotographic chemicalsX-ray filmCinematographic filmPhotographic plates

HTS Chapter 37 covers photographic or cinematographic goods, encompassing a wide range of products that enter the United States under various tariff classifications. Includes photographic plates, film, paper, chemicals for photography, and cinematographic film, both exposed and unexposed. The average MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for products in this chapter is 3%. Individual rates vary significantly within the chapter, ranging from duty-free to well above the average. In addition to MFN rates, all imports face the 10% Section 122 tariff (effective February 24, 2026, expiring approximately July 24, 2026). Chinese imports in this chapter face additional Section 301 tariffs ranging from 7.5% to 100%, depending on the specific product classification. Common products in this chapter include Photographic film, Instant print film, Photographic paper, Photographic chemicals, X-ray film, Cinematographic film, Photographic plates. Related HTS chapters include Chapter 28, Chapter 29, Chapter 90, which cover similar or complementary product categories.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average tariff rate for HTS Chapter 37 (Photographic or Cinematographic Goods)?
The average MFN duty rate for photographic or cinematographic goods is 3%. All imports also face the 10% Section 122 tariff. Chinese imports may face additional Section 301 tariffs.
What products are in HTS Chapter 37?
Chapter 37 covers photographic or cinematographic goods, including Photographic film, Instant print film, Photographic paper, Photographic chemicals, X-ray film. Related chapters include Chapter 28, Chapter 29, Chapter 90.
Are photographic or cinematographic goods subject to Section 232 or Section 301 tariffs?
Section 232 tariffs generally do not apply to products in this chapter. Chinese imports in this chapter face Section 301 tariffs of 7.5-100%.

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