Sony Audio Cassette Tape - 90 Minute Sound Recording from Japan
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.
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
• Verify tape width does not exceed 4 mm and confirm pre-recorded sound content to qualify under 8523.29.40.10; measure precisely to avoid reclassification
• Include detailed content manifests listing audio tracks and durations for customs valuation and IP verification
• Ensure cassettes are not blank (unrecorded) as those fall under 8523.29.30; common pitfall is mislabeling demo tapes