Compaq Portable 386 CRT Laptop from Japan
The Compaq Portable 386 is a luggable all-in-one ADP machine with a 9-inch amber CRT, 80386 processor, keyboard, and serial/parallel ports in one housing. Classified under HTS 8471.41.0110 for its CRT and essential data processing components. Ideal for legacy software emulation and portable 1980s computing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.4315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of Japan as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter.
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Ensure battery compartment is documented as non-hazardous; lithium batteries in vintage units may require special handling declarations
• Label as 'refurbished ADP machine' if serviced, and provide service records to support valuation
• Check for export restrictions from origin country on cultural heritage tech items