Journalist Field Reporter Tape from China
Ruggedized micro tapes ≤4 mm width designed for broadcast journalists with shock-resistant cassettes. HTS 8523.29.40 includes these other magnetic tapes for field audio/video recording under extreme conditions. Military-grade casing protects content during war zone reporting.
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
• ITAR registration required for military-grade tape variants
• Field test reports mandatory for ruggedized classification claims
• Separate press vs. military variants for proper export licensing