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Journalist Field Reporter Tape from Japan

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 — 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

• 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