Unrecorded DLT Digital Linear Tape Cartridge
An unrecorded Digital Linear Tape (DLT) cartridge with half-inch magnetic tape for enterprise data storage. It is classified under tariff item 8523.29.00 as magnetic media for recording data, not being a magnetic stripe card.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Import Tips & Compliance
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