Other
Discs, tapes, solid-state non-volatile storage devices, "smart cards" and other media for the recording of sound or of other phenomena, whether or not recorded, including matrices and masters for the production of discs, but excluding products of Chapter 37: > Magnetic media: > Other: > Other: > Other magnetic tapes: > Of a width not exceeding 4 mm: > Other
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Products classified under HTS 8523.29.40
Betacam SP Nano Tape
Betacam SP nano tapes feature metal particle magnetic coating on ≤4 mm width for broadcast studio data transfer. Classified HTS 8523.29.40 as other narrow magnetic tapes recording professional video phenomena. They maintain compatibility with global broadcast standards.
MiniDV Cassette Tape
MiniDV tapes are narrow magnetic tapes with a width not exceeding 4 mm, used primarily for recording digital video in consumer camcorders. They fall under HTS 8523.29.40 as 'other magnetic tapes of a width not exceeding 4 mm' that are unrecorded or pre-recorded for sound or video phenomena. These compact cassettes revolutionized home video recording with high-quality digital storage.
Microcassette Audio Tape
Microcassette tapes are miniature magnetic tapes narrower than 4 mm, originally developed for dictation recorders and portable voice recording devices. Classified under HTS 8523.29.40 for other magnetic tapes of ≤4 mm width, they record audio phenomena and remain popular for archival voice memos. Their compact size enables discreet, portable audio capture.
8mm Video Tape Cassette
8mm video tapes feature magnetic tape strips narrower than 4 mm within compact cassettes for consumer Hi8 and Digital8 camcorders. HTS 8523.29.40 covers these as 'other' magnetic tapes not exceeding 4 mm width for video phenomena recording. They provided affordable analog-to-digital video transition for home users.
Dictaphone Nano Tape
Dictaphone nano tapes are ultra-narrow magnetic tapes under 4 mm width designed for professional voice recording in journalism and legal transcription. Under HTS 8523.29.40 as other narrow magnetic tapes, they offer high-fidelity audio capture in miniature format. These tapes maintain relevance for secure, tamper-evident recording needs.
Hi8 Data Tape Cartridge
Hi8 data cartridges contain narrow magnetic tape ≤4 mm for data backup in legacy professional video editing systems. HTS 8523.29.40 applies to these other magnetic tapes recording digital phenomena in narrow format. They bridge analog video workflows with early digital storage solutions.
Professional Dictation Micro Tape
Designed for legal and medical professionals, these micro tapes feature premium magnetic coating on ≤4 mm width for clear voice reproduction. HTS 8523.29.40 classifies them as other narrow magnetic tapes for sound recording phenomena. Extended play duration supports full patient consultations or court proceedings.
Digital8 Camcorder Tape
Digital8 tapes upgrade analog 8mm cassettes with digital magnetic recording on ≤4 mm tape width for Sony camcorders. Falling under HTS 8523.29.40 as other narrow magnetic tapes, they record high-resolution video phenomena digitally. Backward compatibility with Hi8 extends their archival utility.
VoiceTracer Audio Micro Tape
Philips VoiceTracer micro tapes use advanced narrow magnetic formulation (≤4 mm) for conference and interview recording. HTS 8523.29.40 covers these other magnetic tapes optimized for speech recognition software integration. Triple-layer coating ensures archival stability for legal evidence.
Journalist Field Reporter Tape
Ruggedized micro tapes ≤4 mm width designed for broadcast journalists with shock-resistant cassettes. HTS 8523.29.40 includes these other magnetic tapes for field audio/video recording under extreme conditions. Military-grade casing protects content during war zone reporting.