Hi8 Data Tape Cartridge from China
Hi8 data cartridges contain narrow magnetic tape ≤4 mm for data backup in legacy professional video editing systems. HTS 8523.29.40 applies to these other magnetic tapes recording digital phenomena in narrow format. They bridge analog video workflows with early digital storage solutions.
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
• Calibrate customs value excluding legacy system compatibility software licensing
• Provide winding speed specifications to confirm consumer vs professional media distinction
• Use climate-controlled containers to maintain tape tension specifications