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Reel-to-Reel Tape Deck from Japan

Vintage-style open-reel tape recorder/player for audiophiles, supporting 1/4-inch magnetic tape at various speeds. Used for mastering and archival audio. HTS 8519.89.3000 includes legacy formats.

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 tape speed (15/30/7.5 IPS) and head gap specs

• Calibrate wow/flutter specs for customs valuation

• Import heads separately if worn/replaceable parts