Digital Audio Tape (DAT) Player from Japan
Professional-grade player for DAT cassettes used in music production and archiving, capable of high-fidelity recording and playback. Employs helical scan technology for digital sound reproduction. HTS 8519.89.3000 covers this as other sound apparatus.
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
• Include technical specs confirming helical scan mechanism
• Obtain ETL or UL listing for electrical safety
• Separate import from blank tapes to avoid set classification