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Sony TC-D5M Portable Stereo Cassette Deck from Japan

This professional-grade portable cassette recorder features built-in stereo speakers and playback heads for high-fidelity recording and reproduction of audio on magnetic tape. It incorporates a sound reproducing apparatus with dual transport mechanisms and Dolby noise reduction. Classified under HTS 8519.81.41.10 as a magnetic tape recorder with integrated sound reproduction capabilities.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Verify the unit incorporates both recording and reproducing apparatus with built-in speakers or headphones output to qualify under 8519.81.41.10

Include technical specifications confirming magnetic tape mechanism and FCC certification for electromagnetic compatibility

Avoid misclassification as parts by ensuring complete functional assembly; common pitfall is importing without power supply documentation

Sony TC-D5M Portable Stereo Cassette Deck from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8519.81.41.10