HTSUS, United States

9007.20.20.00

With sound recording and reproducing systems; and those capable of projecting only sound motion pictures

Classification path

  1. Cinematographic cameras and projectors, whether or not incorporating sound recording or reproducing apparatus; parts and accessories thereof
  2. Projectors
  3. For film of less than 16 mm
  4. With sound recording and reproducing systems; and those capable of projecting only sound motion pictures

Rates of duty

General (MFN)
Free
Column 2Cuba, North Korea, Russia, Belarus
45%
Unit of quantity
No.

Related lines in heading 9007

About heading 9007

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

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%.

Full guide to heading 9007

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

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%.

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, retrieved October 21, 2026.

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