Sharp QT-CD45 Portable Cassette Stereo from Japan
Dual-cassette portable player focused on playback (one deck playback optimized), using magnetic tapes with amp. Classified 8519.81.25.00 for 'other' cassette-type despite dual deck, as primary sound reproducing function without full record capability on import model.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify playback-only deck configuration in invoices; dual decks risk 8519.83 scrutiny
• Test for external power independence; battery models easier to classify
• Ensure no FM tuner dominance; audio apparatus with radio may shift to 8527