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SITCSection 8
U.S. imports of parts & accessories for cinematographic projectors (SITC 88124) totaled $85K in April 2026, traded with 11 countries.
Importers of Parts & Accessories for Cinematographic Projectors paid $10K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 13% on $75K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Parts & Accessories for Cinematographic Projectors imports of $85K in April 2026 ran 13% below the year-to-date monthly average of $98K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataLamp housings, film gates, sound heads, shutter assemblies, and other service components for film-based cinema projectors are grouped under SITC 88124. The installed base of analog projection equipment in archives, repertory cinemas, and studio screening rooms sustains a specialized global trade in these parts, often sourced from a small number of specialist manufacturers. Importers should be prepared to substantiate that components are dedicated to cinematographic projectors rather than to general optical or industrial projection equipment.
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Manufacturer part numbers cross-referenced to specific projector models, technical drawings showing compatibility, and supplier declarations of intended use are the most persuasive documentation. Generic optical components that could serve multiple projection technologies are more likely to face classification challenges.
Parts sourced from countries subject to Section 301 tariffs may carry additional duties at the applicable 10-digit HTS level. Given that specialty projection components are often manufactured in a limited number of countries, importers should confirm current tariff exposure with a licensed customs broker before placing orders.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPAIN | -- | $251K | +$251K |
| GERMANY | -- | $91K | +$91K |
| UNITED KINGDOM | $11K | $51K | +$39K |
| CHINA | $48K | -- | -$48K |
| HONDURAS | -- | $36K | +$36K |
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Monthly import values over time