HTS 3701.20.00.60: US import duty from China
Photographic plates and film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles; instant print film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, whether or not in packs, Instant print film, Other. Here is the full China to US duty stack and what it costs to land.
Duty rate & fees
| Charge | Rate |
|---|---|
| Base duty (MFN) | 3.7% |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | 25% |
| Total duty (on customs value) | 28.7% |
| Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) | 0.3464% (min $33.58, max $651.50) |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF), ocean | 0.125% |
Worked example: $10,000 shipment
| Customs value | $10,000.00 |
| Base duty (MFN) | $370.00 |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | $2,500.00 |
| Merchandise Processing Fee | $34.64 |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee | $12.50 |
| Total landed cost | $12,917.14 |
Excludes freight and insurance. Run your exact numbers in the calculator →
FAQ
What is the import duty on HTS 3701.20.00.60 from China?
Goods classified under HTS 3701.20.00.60 (Photographic plates and film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles; instant print film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, whether or not in packs, Instant print film, Other) have a duty of 28.7% of the customs value on the China to US lane (base rate plus any Section 301 tariff), plus the Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464%, min $33.58, max $651.50) and, for ocean shipments, the Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125%).
What does HTS code 3701.20.00.60 cover?
Photographic plates and film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles; instant print film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, whether or not in packs, Instant print film, Other. US Customs and Border Protection determines the final classification at entry.
How much does it cost to import HTS 3701.20.00.60 from China?
On a $10,000 shipment, the estimated total landed cost is $12,917, about 29.2% in duty and fees. Use the calculator for your exact value, quantity, and shipping mode.
Related codes in heading 3701
- 3701.10.00.30Photographic plates and film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles; instant print film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, whether or not in packs, For X-ray, Medical, other than dental
- 3701.10.00.60Photographic plates and film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles; instant print film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, whether or not in packs, For X-ray, Other
- 3701.20.00.30Photographic plates and film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles; instant print film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, whether or not in packs, Instant print film, For color photography (polychrome)
- 3701.30.00.00Photographic plates and film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles; instant print film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, whether or not in packs, Other plates and film, with any side exceeding 255 mm
- 3701.91.00.30Photographic plates and film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles; instant print film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, whether or not in packs, Other, For color photography (polychrome), Disc film
- 3701.91.00.60Photographic plates and film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles; instant print film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, whether or not in packs, Other, For color photography (polychrome), Other
- 3701.99.30.00Photographic plates and film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles; instant print film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, whether or not in packs, Other, Other, Dry plates
- 3701.99.60.30Photographic plates and film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles; instant print film in the flat, sensitized, unexposed, whether or not in packs, Other, Other, Other, Graphic arts film
Estimates for planning only. Final classification and duty are determined by U.S. Customs and Border Protection at entry. Rates from USITC HTSUS 2026-06-15-cn-us. The IEEPA reciprocal tariff was struck down (SCOTUS, 2026-02-20) and is excluded. Not legal or customs-broker advice.