Plex Pass DVR Server
The Plex Pass DVR server is dedicated server hardware for the Plex media server with TV tuner integration for recording, operating headless without a display. It is designed for home media enthusiasts and connects to a network. This product is classified under tariff item 8528.71.00 as TV reception apparatus not designed to incorporate a video display.
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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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), and on the full 10-digit classification number (only some numbers under this code are listed). Matching criteria: Equal To 8528710010; Equal To 8528710090; Equal To 8528710010; Equal To 8528710090. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document that the device is a headless server with TV tuner and no display for classification
• Ensure the network connectivity and recording features are clearly listed on the invoice
• Verify if the device requires any Canadian certification for network equipment
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