Unrecorded DVD-R Discs
Unrecorded DVD-R discs are blank optical media for single-sided, write-once video and data storage using organic dye technology for laser recording. They fall under tariff item 8523.41.00 as unrecorded optical media for sound or phenomena recording, excluding photographic products of Chapter 37.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the discs are recorded
Recorded DVD-Rs are classified under a different item.
If the discs are not optical media
Non-optical media are classified elsewhere.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the discs are unrecorded and write-once to ensure correct classification
• Provide clear documentation of the discs' specifications to CBSA
• Check for any trade agreements that may lower duty rates
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