Library Magnetic Book Card from Japan
Durable cards with magnetic stripes used in library circulation systems for check-out recording. Falls under HTS 8523.21.00.00 as magnetic media cards incorporating stripes for bibliographic data. Often laminated for repeated use.
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
• Confirm stripe meets library reader standards (ISO/ABA tracks) in technical specs submitted to Customs
• Bulk shipments common; ensure invoice distinguishes from RFID versions
• Avoid 4811 classification - functionality as data media supersedes paper content