Sony CDP-CE500 5-Disc CD Changer

This is a high-end 5-disc carousel CD player designed solely for reproducing audio from compact discs using laser optical technology. It features a built-in digital-to-analog converter and lacks recording capabilities, fitting squarely under HTS 8519.81.30.10 as an optical disc player for sound reproduction only.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽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.

8519.89.20.00Lower: 10% vs 35%

If capable of recording audio

Players with built-in recording to optical media shift to 'other sound reproducing apparatus capable of recording'.

8527.19.50Lower: 10% vs 35%

If includes radio tuner

Combination CD/radio receivers fall under recorded media players with additional reception functions.

8471.70.60.00Higher: 50% vs 35%

If marketed as computer peripheral

External CD players designed for data reproduction with computers classify as storage unit input/output units.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the unit reproduces sound only from optical discs without recording functions to avoid reclassification under 8519.89

Include detailed technical specs and user manuals proving laser-based CD playback in import documentation

Check for FCC compliance certification as these devices emit laser radiation during operation

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