Heading 9007

Cinematographic cameras and projectors, whether or not incorporating sound recording or reproducing apparatus; parts and accessories thereof

9 declarable lines

Heading 9007 covers cinematographic cameras and projectors, whether or not they incorporate sound recording or reproducing apparatus, plus their parts and accessories. It is split three ways: cameras in 9007.10, projectors in 9007.20 (further split by film width and by whether sound equipment is built in), and parts and accessories in 9007.91 for cameras and 9007.92 for projectors. Most camera lines enter free, while projector and parts lines carry rates up to 4.9%.

Products in this heading

16 mm motion picture camera body
35 mm theater film projector
Sound motion picture projector with built-in optical sound reader
Camera magazine and film transport parts
Projector sprocket and film gate assembly
Projector take-up reel arm assembly
Sound head assembly for a film projector

How to choose the right subheading

Decide whether the item is a camera (9007.10), a projector (9007.20), or a part or accessory (9007.91 or 9007.92).
For projectors, check the film width: less than 16 mm falls in 9007.20.20 or 9007.20.40, other widths fall in 9007.20.60 or 9007.20.80.
Check whether sound recording and reproducing systems are incorporated, which moves a projector into a free line.
For parts and accessories, identify whether the part serves a camera or a projector.
For camera parts, separate finished parts from other parts and accessories, which carry different rates.

Often confused with

Photographic still cameras
Heading 9006 covers photographic cameras other than cinematographic.
Heading 9006
Slide and overhead projectors
Image projectors other than cinematographic are classified in 9008.
Heading 9008
Projection screens
Screens are named separately in heading 9010.
Heading 9010
Mounted projector lenses
Mounted optical elements that are parts of apparatus go to 9002.
Heading 9002
Digital video cameras recording to memory cards
Television cameras and digital still/video capture devices are covered by 8525.
Heading 8525

Frequently asked questions

What is the HTS code for a 16 mm film projector with sound recording and reproducing systems?

It is classified under 9007.20.60.40, which covers projectors for film of 16 mm with sound recording and reproducing systems. The general (MFN) rate is Free.

What is the duty on cinematographic camera parts?

Parts for cameras are classified under 9007.91.40.00 with a general (MFN) rate of Free. Other camera parts and accessories fall under 9007.91.80.01 at a general (MFN) rate of 3.9%.

How do I classify a projector for film narrower than 16 mm without sound equipment?

It falls under 9007.20.40.00, the residual line for projectors for film of less than 16 mm. The general (MFN) rate is 4.9%.

Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.