HTS US: 3024.XX.XXXX
Description
HTS Code 3024 encompasses a variety of chemical products that are specially prepared and intended for use in photography and cinematography. This includes:
- Photographic plates and films sensitized for exposure to light, whether or not developed or printed;
- Photographic paper and paperboard sensitized but not exposed or developed;
- Chemicals and chemical preparations used in the photographic process, such as developers, fixers, bleaches, toners, and other solutions;
- Other products prepared for photographic or cinematographic use, including microfilms, microfiche, and similar products.
These products are essential components in traditional analog photography and cinematography, and despite the rise of digital media, they remain in use for specialized applications.
Code Hierarchy
- Section VI: Products of the Chemical or Allied Industries (Chapters 28-38)
- Chapter 30: Pharmaceutical Products
- Heading 3024: Chemical Products for Photography or Cinematography
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
3024.XX.XXXX– The last digits specify the exact type of photographic chemical or material.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
The 4-digit HTS heading 3024 is divided into more specific 6-digit and 10-digit codes that identify the precise nature of the photographic chemical products.
| HS/HTS Code | Description | Examples & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 3024.10 | Photographic plates and films, sensitized but not developed | Includes photographic plates and films ready for exposure but not yet processed. |
3024.10.1000 |
Photographic plates sensitized for exposure | |
3024.10.9000 |
Photographic films sensitized for exposure | |
| 3024.20 | Photographic paper and paperboard, sensitized but not developed | Includes photographic paper sheets and rolls ready for exposure. |
3024.20.0000 |
Photographic paper and paperboard sensitized for exposure | |
| 3024.30 | Chemical preparations for photographic uses | Developers, fixers, toners, bleaches, and other chemical solutions used in processing. |
3024.30.1000 |
Developers and activators for photographic use | |
3024.30.2000 |
Fixers and bleaches for photographic use | |
3024.30.9000 |
Other chemical preparations for photographic use | |
| 3024.90 | Other photographic chemical products | Includes miscellaneous photographic chemicals and products not elsewhere specified. |
3024.90.1000 |
Microfilms, microfiche and similar photographic products | |
3024.90.9000 |
Other photographic chemical products |
What is NOT Classified Here?
To prevent misclassification, note the following exclusions:
- Digital photographic equipment, such as digital cameras and scanners, are classified under Chapter 90.
- Unprocessed raw chemical substances not specifically prepared for photographic use are classified in other chapters of the chemical section.
- Film or plates exposed and developed are classified under different headings depending on their final form, often in Chapter 37.
Notes
- Regulatory Compliance: Photographic chemicals are subject to environmental and safety regulations due to their chemical nature.
- Duty Rates: Duty rates vary based on the specific 10-digit HTS code and the chemical composition; some products may be duty-free under trade agreements.
- Packaging Requirements: Many photographic chemicals require special packaging for transport to prevent spills and contamination.
Declaration Example
Product: A shipment of photographic developer solution used in film processing.US HTS Code:
3024.30.1000(Developers and activators for photographic use)Unit of Quantity: Liter (L)
General Duty Rate: Check current USHTS (Varies by chemical composition)
Additional Requirements: Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and compliance with hazardous materials regulations.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 3701: Photographic plates and films, exposed but not developed.
- HTS 3702: Photographic paper, paperboard, and textiles, exposed but not developed.
- HTS 2843: Chemical elements and compounds for industrial use (excluding photographic chemicals).
- HTS 3926: Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914 (e.g., plastic photographic film bases).
