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3.8mm Mini Audio Backup Tape from China

3.8mm wide mini magnetic tape for audio backup in professional sound equipment and archival recorders. Precisely fits HTS 8523.29.40.20 for magnetic tapes not exceeding 4mm width, used for sound recording. Features archival-grade magnetic formulation.

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

Use caliper measurements in import docs to prove ≤4mm classification

Include coercivity and remanence specs to verify recording media status

Watch for pre-recorded content which may trigger copyright documentation needs