Unrecorded Blu-ray Discs (BD-R) from Japan
Unrecorded Blu-ray discs (BD-R) are blank optical media designed for high-definition video and data recording, with a recordable dye layer on a polycarbonate substrate. They fall under tariff item 8523.41.00 as unrecorded optical media capable of storing sound or other phenomena via laser recording.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Consumer Products Safety · May be required
May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Equal To 8523410000; Equal To 8523410000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Ensure the discs are blank and unrecorded to qualify for this tariff item
• Provide clear product descriptions and HS classification rationale to CBSA
• Verify any applicable trade agreements that may reduce duty rates