What does HTS Chapter 37 cover?

Chapter 37 of the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule covers photographic or cinematographic goods. It contains 7 four-digit headings and 61 tariff lines.

What is the duty rate for Chapter 37 goods?

General duty rates from 1.4% to 3.7%, with 22 duty-free lines. The rate that applies depends on the specific tariff line and the country of origin — preferential trade agreements can reduce or eliminate the general rate.

How do I find the right HTS code in Chapter 37?

Classification depends on the material, construction, and intended use of the product. Browse the headings on this page, or describe your product in the search box to get a candidate code with its duty rate.

Chapter 37

HTS codes for photographic goods

Photographic or cinematographic goods.

Headings: 7
Tariff lines: 61
General duty: General duty rates from 1.4% to 3.7%, with 22 duty-free lines

Headings in Chapter 37

3701Photographic plates and film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles; instant print film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, whether or not in packs10
3702Photographic film in rolls, sensitized, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles; instant print film in rolls, sensitized, unexposed24
3703Photographic paper, paperboard and textiles, sensitized, unexposed11
3704Photographic plates, film, paper, paperboard and textiles, exposed but not developed1
3705Photographic plates and film, exposed and developed, other than cinematographic film1
3706Motion-picture film, exposed and developed, whether or not incorporating sound track or consisting only of sound track6
3707Chemical preparations for photographic uses (other than varnishes, glues, adhesives and similar preparations); unmixed products for photographic uses, put up in measured portions or put up for retail sale in a form ready for use8

Documents required to import Chapter 37 goods

Customs paperwork typically required to import these goods into the United States. Conditional items depend on shipment value, transport mode, or origin.

Commercial InvoiceRequired
Packing ListRequired
Bill of Lading / Airway BillRequired
CBP Entry Summary (7501)Required
Prepared and filed by your customs broker
CBP Entry / Release (3461)Required
Prepared and filed by your customs broker
Customs Bond (CBP 301)Conditional
Required for formal entries — generally shipments valued over $2,500
Single-entry or continuous bond, obtained through your broker or a surety
Importer Security Filing (ISF "10+2")Conditional
Required for ocean freight only
Filed electronically at least 24 hours before loading at the foreign port
Importer ID Input Record (CBP 5106)Conditional
Required to establish or update your importer-of-record number with CBP
One-time setup for a new importer; not filed per shipment
Entry Manifest (CBP 7533)Conditional
Alternative to the 3461 for informal, low-value, or contiguous-country entries
Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS)Required
EPA TSCA CertificationConditional
Required for chemical substances regulated under TSCA
EPA Notice of Arrival (Form 3540-1)Conditional
Required for pesticides and devices (typically Ch. 38)

Common questions

What does HTS Chapter 37 cover?: Chapter 37 of the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule covers photographic or cinematographic goods. It contains 7 four-digit headings and 61 tariff lines.
What is the duty rate for Chapter 37 goods?: General duty rates from 1.4% to 3.7%, with 22 duty-free lines. The rate that applies depends on the specific tariff line and the country of origin — preferential trade agreements can reduce or eliminate the general rate.
How do I find the right HTS code in Chapter 37?: Classification depends on the material, construction, and intended use of the product. Browse the headings on this page, or describe your product in the search box to get a candidate code with its duty rate.