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SITCSection 8
U.S. imports of parts & accessories for photographic (non-cinematographic) cameras (SITC 88114) totaled $3.5M in April 2026, traded with 33 countries.
Importers of Parts & Accessories for Photographic (Non-Cinematographic) Cameras paid $646K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 16% on $4.0M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataInterchangeable lenses, viewfinder accessories, battery grips, lens hoods, and other dedicated camera components fall under SITC 88114, covering parts and accessories for still photographic cameras. The interchangeable lens segment alone represents a substantial and technically sophisticated trade flow, with optical glass quality, autofocus motor design, and mount compatibility driving significant price differentiation. Importers should distinguish carefully between lenses classified here as camera accessories and standalone optical instruments classified elsewhere, as the dedicated-use test — whether the item is principally designed for use with a photographic camera — governs the correct heading.
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Interchangeable lenses designed specifically for photographic cameras are classified as accessories under 88114 rather than as standalone optical instruments. The key criterion is dedicated use: a lens engineered with a specific camera mount and optimized for photographic image capture belongs with camera accessories. General-purpose optical objectives or lenses not designed for camera attachment are classified under optical instrument headings.
Retail sets combining a camera body and lens sold together as a kit are typically classified as a set under the heading of the component that gives the set its essential character — usually the camera body under 88111. However, if the lens is invoiced and shipped separately, it should be classified independently under 88114. Importers should review CBP's set classification rules and consult a licensed customs broker when the kit composition is ambiguous.
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