MiniDV Cassette Tape from Germany
MiniDV tapes are narrow magnetic tapes with a width not exceeding 4 mm, used primarily for recording digital video in consumer camcorders. They fall under HTS 8523.29.40 as 'other magnetic tapes of a width not exceeding 4 mm' that are unrecorded or pre-recorded for sound or video phenomena. These compact cassettes revolutionized home video recording with high-quality digital storage.
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
• Verify tape width does not exceed 4 mm with manufacturer specs to confirm HTS 8523.29.40 classification
• Include material safety data sheets for magnetic media to avoid customs delays on hazardous material concerns
• Label shipments clearly as 'unrecorded magnetic tape' if applicable to prevent misclassification as recorded media