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Toshiba MG08ACA14TE 14TB SAS HDD

Toshiba's MG08ACA14TE is a 14TB 3.5-inch SAS interface hard drive for mission-critical enterprise applications, featuring large platters exceeding 21 cm. It fits HTS 8471.70.30.00 as other magnetic disk drives for diameters over 21 cm.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³ChinaFree+50.0%50%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½MexicoFree+25.0%25%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦CanadaFree+25.0%25%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermanyFree+15.0%15%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8471.70.40Same rate: 50%

If diameter does not exceed 21 cm

Applies to compact enterprise drives with smaller physical disks.

8473.30Lower: 25% vs 50%

If sold as components in bulk for assembly into servers

Bulk parts without retail packaging shift to 'parts and accessories' of ADP machines.

8504.50Lower: 12.5% vs 50%

If imported solely for the inductive motor mechanism

Isolated drive motors classify under electrical transformers/inductors, excluding full disk assembly.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm SAS/SATA interface but emphasize standalone unit status in entry docs to avoid parts classification

• Include vibration tolerance and workload ratings in filings for high-reliability validation

• Prepare for potential CBP requests for platter size verification via engineering drawings