Philips Micro-Cassette Record Head for Business Answering Centers

Philips Type 200 micro-cassette compatible record head for multi-line business telephone answering centers, featuring narrow track width for extended recording time. Essential component for professional messaging systems under heading 8519. HTS 8522.90.58.40 classification for telephone answering machine parts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽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.

8519Lower: 10% vs 35%

If complete answering machine chassis assemblies

Fully assembled units containing heads classify as complete apparatus.

8523.80Lower: 10% vs 35%

If incorporating solid-state non-volatile memory controllers

Hybrid magnetic/digital storage components shift to disc/media classification.

9029.90.40.00Higher: 41% vs 35%

If speedometer revolution counters in tape drive

Tape counter mechanisms classify under speed measuring parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Micro-cassette track pitch specs prove incompatibility with consumer audio formats

Business vs consumer use declarations affect quota eligibility

Avoid generic 'cassette head' descriptions; specify answering machine application

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