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Betacam SP Broadcast Video Head Assembly from Japan

Professional-grade magnetic head drum for Sony Betacam SP broadcast camcorders and VTRs. HTS 8522.90.80.40 applies as part for high-end video recording/reproducing equipment of 8521. Metal particle formulation for superior signal-to-noise.

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

• Include SMPTE standards compliance certificates for broadcast qualification

• Specify tape format (Betacam SP) and track count in entry docs

• Broadcast vs consumer distinction affects valuation - document end-use