8523.29.50.20/Betacam SP Video Cassette/Japan

Betacam SP Video Cassette from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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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