Sound recordings on cassette tapes

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 > Sound recordings on cassette tapes

Duty Rate (from China)

17.5%
MFN Base RateFree

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)

Total Effective Rate17.5%

Products classified under HTS 8523.29.40.10

Sony Audio Cassette Tape - 90 Minute Sound Recording

A 90-minute compact cassette tape containing pre-recorded stereo sound music, featuring a width not exceeding 4 mm magnetic tape housed in a plastic cassette. Classified under HTS 8523.29.40.10 as sound recordings on cassette tapes, specifically other magnetic tapes for sound recording. Meets the criteria for narrow-width magnetic media with audio content.

Music Cassette - Classical Symphony Collection

Pre-recorded compact cassette with classical music symphonies on narrow magnetic tape (≤4 mm width), designed for consumer playback in standard players. Falls under HTS 8523.29.40.10 due to its sound recording content on cassette format. Excludes blank tapes or wider formats.

Vintage Rock Music Cassette Tape

Reissue cassette of 1980s rock album on standard compact cassette with ≤4 mm magnetic tape for high-fidelity sound. HTS 8523.29.40.10 covers these sound recordings distinctly from digital or optical formats. Popular for collectors and retro players.

Meditation Audio Cassette - Guided Sessions

Pre-recorded cassette featuring guided meditation tracks on narrow-width magnetic tape in cassette format. Qualifies under HTS 8523.29.40.10 as other sound recordings on tapes ≤4 mm wide. Designed for relaxation and wellness audio playback.

Audiobook Cassette - Mystery Novel Series

Cassette tape series with narrated mystery novels on magnetic tape ≤4 mm wide, formatted for spoken word audio playback. HTS 8523.29.40.10 applies as sound recordings on cassette tapes, distinct from music or blank media. Ideal for portable listening devices.

Language Learning Audio Cassette

Compact cassette with Spanish language lessons recorded on narrow magnetic tape, including dialogues and exercises. Classified in 8523.29.40.10 for sound recordings on cassette tapes of width not exceeding 4 mm. Supports educational audio playback.