Sony V-891 Miniature Magnetic Head Assembly from Japan
The Sony V-891 is a compact erase/record/playback magnetic head assembly tailored for compact cassette-based telephone answering machines. It features three-gap technology for simultaneous erase, record, and playback functions essential for message storage in answering systems. Falls under HTS 8522.90.58.40 due to its principal use with answering machines of heading 8519.
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
• Provide OEM part numbers and service manuals demonstrating exclusive answering machine compatibility
• Ensure labeling distinguishes from consumer audio heads to prevent misclassification
• Watch for counterfeit parts; require certificates of authenticity for duty preference claims