Betamovie BM Cassette from Japan
Sony Betamovie BM-series 6.35mm magnetic video cassette designed for portable Betamovie camcorders. Single-cassette Metal Video (MV) format for consumer video recording. Classified under HTS 8523.29.5010 for video tape recordings in cassettes meeting width requirements.
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
• Include historical format documentation for customs officers unfamiliar with Beta systems
• Inspect for Beta-specific tape tension issues before bulk importation
• Separate Beta from VHS cassettes to avoid cross-contamination of formats