8mm Video Cassette Tape
A compact magnetic tape cassette with a width of 8mm (within 4-6.5mm range) designed for recording and playback of analog video and audio phenomena. This falls under HTS 8523.29.60.00 as 'other magnetic tapes' of specified width, excluding products of Chapter 37. Commonly used in consumer camcorders for home video recording.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +17.5% | 17.5% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If width not exceeding 4 mm
Narrower magnetic tapes (ā¤4mm) fall under a separate subheading within the same 'other' magnetic media category.
If width exceeding 6.5 mm
Wider magnetic tapes (>6.5mm) are classified in the next width-based subheading for magnetic media.
If solid-state non-volatile storage like flash memory cards
Non-magnetic digital storage devices shift to the solid-state media heading per Chapter 85 notes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Verify tape width precisely measures between 4mm and 6.5mm using calipers to confirm subheading 8523.29.60.00 classification
ā¢ Provide detailed technical specs including magnetic coating type and base material in entry documentation to avoid misclassification as wider tapes
ā¢ Check for any pre-recorded content; unrecorded tapes qualify, but recorded ones may require additional declaration of phenomena recorded
Related Products under HTS 8523.29.60.00
Hi8 Digital 8mm Camcorder Tape
High-resolution 8mm magnetic videotape (Hi8 format) with metal evaporated coating for superior video recording quality, tape width measuring 8mm. Classified under HTS 8523.29.60.00 as other magnetic tapes in the 4-6.5mm width range for recording video phenomena. Used in professional consumer camcorders.
MiniDV Magnetic Videotape Cassette
Small form-factor MiniDV cassette featuring 6.35mm magnetic tape for digital video recording in professional camcorders. Meets HTS 8523.29.60.00 criteria as 'other' magnetic tape exceeding 4mm but ā¤6.5mm width, for recording video phenomena. Despite digital signal, classified by magnetic media type.
Audio Cassette Tape 6mm Width
Compact audio cassette with 6mm magnetic tape for music and voice recording, standard consumer format. Classified HTS 8523.29.60.00 as other magnetic tape exceeding 4mm ā¤6.5mm for sound phenomena recording, excluding Chapter 37 products.
MicroMV Digital Tape Cassette
Tiny MicroMV 6.35mm magnetic tape cassette for high-definition digital video in mini camcorders. HTS 8523.29.60.00 covers this as other magnetic tape in 4-6.5mm width range for video phenomena, despite small size and digital use.
EDBeta 6.35mm Editing Tape
Extended Definition Beta 6.35mm magnetic tape for professional nonlinear video editing systems. Fits HTS 8523.29.60.00 as other magnetic tape ā¤6.5mm width for video recording. Broadcast studio component.
Metal Audio 8-Track Successor Tape
High-bias metal particle 6mm audio tape in modern compact cassette housing for superior sound fidelity. HTS 8523.29.60.00 classification for magnetic tapes 4-6.5mm width recording sound phenomena.