Sony PXW-Z90 4K Professional Camcorder
The Sony PXW-Z90 is a professional camcorder designed for broadcast and video production, featuring 4K recording and advanced image stabilization. It is classified as a television camera under tariff item 8525.89.00 because it is primarily intended for capturing moving images for professional use, not for still photography.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the camcorder has high-speed recording capabilities exceeding 225,000 frames per second
Subheading 8525.81 covers high-speed television cameras with specific performance characteristics.
If the camcorder is radiation-hardened for use in high-radiation environments
Subheading 8525.82 covers radiation-hardened television cameras designed to withstand high radiation doses.
If the camcorder uses a photocathode for night vision capabilities
Subheading 8525.83 covers night vision television cameras that convert available light to electrons.
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• Ensure the camcorder is declared as a television camera, not a digital still camera, to avoid misclassification
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