8mm Video Tape Cassette from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Obtain ISO certifications for tape quality standards required by U.S. broadcasters and AV professionals
• Declare exact tape composition (metal vs. chromium dioxide) as it affects environmental compliance
• Avoid bulk packing over 100 units per carton to prevent demagnetization from pressure