Panasonic RQ-V38 Desktop Cassette Player

Tabletop cassette tape reproducer for home audio systems, using magnetic media with headphone amp but no speakers. Falls in 8519.81.25.00 as non-pocket 'other' sound reproducing cassette player. AC-powered with optional battery.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8519.89.10.00Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If includes transcription turntable integration

Combination phonograph/cassette units classified separately.

8527.13Same rate: 10%

If cassette changer with multiple decks

Multi-cassette mechanisms have distinct subheadings.

8518.30.20.00Same rate: 10%

If record players without cassette but similar function

Heading shifts for non-cassette magnetic reproducers.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare power source flexibility but emphasize reproduction-only to avoid 8519.82 media players

Include exploded diagrams showing absence of record head for customs inspection

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