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U.S. imports of still photographic cameras (nesoi) (HS 900659) totaled $877K in May 2026, traded with 29 countries.
Importers of Still Photographic Cameras (NESOI) paid $98K in duties in May 2026 — an effective duty rate of 11% on $877K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Still Photographic Cameras (NESOI) imports of $877K in May 2026 ran 30% above the year-to-date monthly average of $676K.
Last updated: May 2026 dataJapan leads US imports under this residual still-camera heading, which captures a broad array of non-cinematographic cameras not covered by the 35mm or instant-print headings — including sub-35mm roll film cameras, disc cameras, cameras used in printing plate preparation, and SLR bodies for magnetically coated film. The heading's sixteen 10-digit lines are organized by film width, focus type, format (disc, 110 cartridge), value threshold, and end-use, making it one of the more classification-intensive subheadings in Chapter 90. South Korea and Germany are also among the top suppliers, reflecting both consumer electronics manufacturing and precision optical instrument production.
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Cameras designed for use in preparing printing plates or cylinders are specifically provided for under 9006592000, which is a dedicated line within this heading. This classification applies regardless of film width or focus type, as the defining criterion is the camera's specialized end-use in the graphic arts or printing industry. Supporting documentation such as technical specifications or the manufacturer's product description confirming this intended use should accompany the entry.
Several lines within 900659 use a $10 per-unit transaction value to separate tariff lines — for example, distinguishing cameras valued not over $10 from those valued over $10. The applicable value is the customs value as determined under CBP's transaction value rules, including any dutiable assists. Importers must ensure that invoice prices accurately reflect the full customs value to avoid misclassification between these lines, which can carry different duty rates.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED KINGDOM | $264K | $21K | -$243K |
| GERMANY | $140K | $143K | +$3K |
| JAPAN | $181K | $99K | -$81K |
| CANADA | -- | $90K | +$90K |
| CHINA | $30K | $41K | +$11K |
Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9006599100 | CAMERAS OTHER THAN FIXED FOCUS VALUED OVER $10 EA. | $303K | 10.00% | 100.00% | $30K |
| 9006590190 | OTHER CAMERAS,NOT MAGNETICALLY COATED,EXC 35MMFILM | $248K | 10.00% | 100.00% | $25K |
| 9006594060 | CAMERAS FIXED FOCUS EXC ROLL FILM EXC DISC CAMERAS | $54K | 18.37% | 103.66% | $10K |
| 9006594040 | DISC CAMERAS, FIXED FOCUS | $49K | 14.00% | 100.00% | $7K |
| 9006591580 | CAMERAS LT 35MM EXC FIXED FOCUS GT $10, NESOI | $37K | 10.00% | 100.00% | $4K |
| 9006590540 | CAMER LT 35MM FIXED FOCUS HAND-HELD 110, NESOI | $16K | 10.00% | 100.00% | $2K |
| 9006592000 | CAMERAS USE IN PREPARING PRINTING PLATES/CYLINDERS | $11K | 10.00% | 100.00% | $1K |
| 9006596000 | CAMERAS FIXED FOCUS EXC ROLL FILM NOT OVER $10 EA | $10K | 16.80% | 100.00% | $2K |
| 9006591000 | CAMERAS FOR FILM LT 35MM, FIXED FOCUS, NESOI | $9K | 9.99% | 100.00% | $925 |
| 9006590800 | CAMERAS FOR FILM LT 35MM FIXED FOCUS HAND-HELD | $9K | 14.00% | 100.00% | $1K |
| 9006591520 | CAMER LT 35MM EXC FIXED FOCUS GT $10, 110 W FLASH | $3K | 17.51% | 100.00% | $462 |
| 9006591540 | CAMERAS LT 35MM EXC FIXED FOCUS GT $10, 110, NESOI | $0 | -- | -- | -- |
| 9006590520 | CAMER LT 35MM FIXED FOCUS HAND-HELD 110 WITH FLASH | $0 | -- | -- | -- |
| 9006590160 | CAMERAS, SLR, MAGNETICALLY COATED FILM WIDTH 24MM | $0 | -- | -- | -- |
CAMERAS OTHER THAN FIXED FOCUS VALUED OVER $10 EA.
OTHER CAMERAS,NOT MAGNETICALLY COATED,EXC 35MMFILM
CAMERAS FIXED FOCUS EXC ROLL FILM EXC DISC CAMERAS
DISC CAMERAS, FIXED FOCUS
CAMERAS LT 35MM EXC FIXED FOCUS GT $10, NESOI
CAMER LT 35MM FIXED FOCUS HAND-HELD 110, NESOI
CAMERAS USE IN PREPARING PRINTING PLATES/CYLINDERS
CAMERAS FIXED FOCUS EXC ROLL FILM NOT OVER $10 EA
CAMERAS FOR FILM LT 35MM, FIXED FOCUS, NESOI
CAMERAS FOR FILM LT 35MM FIXED FOCUS HAND-HELD
CAMER LT 35MM EXC FIXED FOCUS GT $10, 110 W FLASH
CAMERAS LT 35MM EXC FIXED FOCUS GT $10, 110, NESOI
CAMER LT 35MM FIXED FOCUS HAND-HELD 110 WITH FLASH
CAMERAS, SLR, MAGNETICALLY COATED FILM WIDTH 24MM
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9006599500 | PHOTOGRAPHIC (OTHER THAN CINEMATOGRAPHIC) CAMERAS, | $493K |
| 9006591900 | PHOTO CAMERAS FOR ROLL FILM OF A WIDTH LESS 35 MM | $29K |
| 9006592000 | CAMERAS USE IN PREPARING PRINTING PLATES/CYLINDERS | $29K |
PHOTOGRAPHIC (OTHER THAN CINEMATOGRAPHIC) CAMERAS,
513 no
PHOTO CAMERAS FOR ROLL FILM OF A WIDTH LESS 35 MM
858 no
CAMERAS USE IN PREPARING PRINTING PLATES/CYLINDERS
17 no
INSTR & APPL F MEDICAL SURGICAL DENTAL VET, NESOI
HS 901890
MED NEEDLES. NESOI, CATHERERS ETC AND PARTS ETC
HS 901839
ARTIFICIAL JOINTS & PARTS & ACCESSORIES THEROF,NES
HS 902139
ELECTRO-DIAGNOSTIC APPARATUS NESOI, AND PARTS ETC.
HS 901819
OZONE,OXYGEN,ETC THERAPY, RESPIRATION APPARATUS,PT
HS 901920
MEAS CHECKNG INSTRUMENT & MACH, NOT OPTICAL, NESOI
HS 903180
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $12K | $355K | +$343K |
| Georgia | $246K | $26K | -$220K |
| California | $175K | $20K | -$155K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLEVELAND, OH | $197K | $172K | -$26K |
| SAVANNAH, GA | $243K | -- | -$243K |
| JFK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, NY | $7K | $194K | +$187K |