Seismic Data Acquisition Magnetic Tape from China
Magnetic tape cartridge designed for storing seismic survey data captured by geophysical exploration equipment. It records analog or digital representations of underground geological phenomena detected through sound waves and vibrations. Classified under HTS 8523.29.2000 as it is specifically for reproducing phenomena other than sound or image, such as seismic signals.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify tape format compatibility with seismic recording standards like SEG-D; ensure declaration specifies non-sound/image phenomena recording to avoid misclassification; provide geophysical equipment compatibility certificates if requested by customs