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SITCSection 8
U.S. imports of parts & accessories for photographic laboratory apparatus & equipment (nes), negascopes & projection screens (SITC 88136) totaled $702K in April 2026, traded with 17 countries.
Importers of Parts & Accessories for Photographic Laboratory Apparatus & Equipment (NES), Negascopes & Projection Screens paid $67K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 12% on $569K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Parts & Accessories for Photographic Laboratory Apparatus & Equipment (NES), Negascopes & Projection Screens imports of $702K in April 2026 ran 70% above the year-to-date monthly average of $412K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataClassified under the residual "not elsewhere specified" provision, this heading captures replacement and accessory components for photographic and cinematographic lab equipment that do not fall into more specific SITC categories — including negascopes used for viewing X-ray or negative film and projection screens. Importers should verify that parts are correctly distinguished from complete apparatus, as misclassification between finished equipment and components can affect applicable duty rates. The heading's catch-all nature means customs brokers frequently encounter classification disputes requiring reference to the principal equipment's heading.
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Classification as a part generally requires that the item be identifiable as suitable for use solely or principally with photographic or cinematographic laboratory equipment and not capable of functioning independently as a complete apparatus. Consult a licensed customs broker and reference the relevant SITC and HTS General Rules of Interpretation to confirm the correct heading.
Projection screens designed specifically for photographic or cinematographic laboratory use are captured here, but general-purpose presentation or home-theater screens may be classified elsewhere depending on their principal use and construction. The intended application and product specification documentation are key to supporting the correct classification.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPAIN | $317K | $3K | -$315K |
| CANADA | $132K | $122K | -$11K |
| GERMANY | $61K | -- | -$61K |
| NETHERLANDS | $25K | $35K | +$10K |
| MEXICO | -- | $57K | +$57K |
Monthly import values over time