MiniDV Cassette Tape from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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