Hi8 Digital 8mm Camcorder Tape from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include manufacturer specs confirming Hi8 format and exact tape width to distinguish from standard VHS or MiniDV formats
• Ensure cassettes are unrecorded or declare content type; pre-recorded tapes may face different valuation or IP scrutiny
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying with digital tape formats—strictly verify magnetic media composition