Sony VCR SLV-773HF

A consumer-grade color video cassette player designed for VHS tapes, featuring Hi-Fi stereo sound and a built-in tuner but incapable of recording. It falls under HTS 8521.10.30.00 as magnetic tape-type, color cassette playback-only apparatus without recording functionality.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽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.

8521.90.00Same rate: 17.5%

If digital rather than magnetic tape-type

Digital video reproducing apparatus uses optical/disc media, classified separately from magnetic tape-type under heading 8521.

8527.13Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If multi-functional with significant radio broadcast reception

Apparatus combining video playback with radio tuner dominance shifts to Chapter 85 radio reception apparatus.

8471.60.70Higher: 50% vs 17.5%

If imported as part of a complete computer input unit

When integrated into automatic data processing machines as storage input devices, classification moves to Chapter 84 ADP equipment.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the unit has no record function via technical specs and include FCC certification; ensure VHS compatibility labeling; avoid misclassification as recording-capable VCRs which fall under different subheadings