Unrecorded 1/2-inch VHS Video Cassette Tape
A standard VHS videotape with 1/2-inch magnetic tape wound on a cassette housing, unrecorded and suitable for video recording. Classified under HTS 8523.29.10.00 as unrecorded magnetic media for recording phenomena like video signals. Meets the definition of magnetic media that is not pre-recorded.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +17.5% | 17.5% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If solid-state flash memory card
Solid-state non-volatile storage devices like flash cards fall under 8523.80 per Chapter Note (a), not magnetic media.
If optical disc like unrecorded DVD
Optical media such as DVDs or CDs are classified separately under 8523.52, excluding magnetic tapes.
If considered plastic cassette without magnetic tape
Empty plastic housings without functional magnetic media may be seen as other plastic articles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Verify the tape is completely unrecorded; any pre-recorded content shifts to 8523.29.50.00
ā¢ Include material safety data sheets for magnetic coatings to meet environmental import standards
ā¢ Check for cobalt content restrictions due to ITAR regulations on magnetic media components
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