Digital8 Camcorder Tape from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Cross-reference Sony specifications for exact tape width confirmation
• Declare digital vs. analog recording capability for proper statistical reporting
• Include drop test certifications for ruggedized tape variants