Sony Betamax SL-HF950 Video Cassette Recorder from Japan
A vintage color Betamax VCR designed for home use, capable of recording and reproducing NTSC color video from Betamax cassettes. It falls under HTS 8521.10.60.00 as 'other' magnetic tape-type color cassette video recording/reproducing apparatus, excluding professional or multi-standard models. This subheading covers consumer-grade cartridge/cassette VCRs not specified elsewhere.
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 FCC certification for RF interference as required for video tuners; non-compliant units may be detained
• Include detailed technical specs and user manuals to confirm classification as consumer 'other' VCR, avoiding higher duties
• Beware of misclassification as digital media players (8521.90); provide evidence of magnetic tape mechanism