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Betacam SP Video Cassette from China

Professional Betacam SP cassette featuring 1/2-inch magnetic tape with a width of 6.35mm (0.25 inches), specifically designed for broadcast-quality video recording and playback. This tape falls under HTS 8523.29.50.20 as it is a video tape recording with tape width exceeding 4mm but not exceeding 6.5mm. Used in professional video production for high-bandwidth digital video signals.

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

Verify tape width measurement (6.35mm) and video recording format to confirm classification under 8523.29.50.20; incorrect width may shift to other subheadings

Include manufacturer specs confirming magnetic media for video and HTS declaration on commercial invoice to avoid customs reclassification

Check for pre-recorded content as 'whether or not recorded' applies, but ensure no Chapter 37 photosensitive emulation