Sony MiniDV Cassette Tape from Japan
A compact MiniDV cassette tape with a magnetic tape width not exceeding 16 mm, designed for recording digital video in consumer camcorders. It falls under HTS 8523.29.70.10 as video tape recordings in cassettes meeting the specified width criteria for magnetic media. These tapes store high-quality digital video and audio data using helical scan recording technology.
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
• Verify tape width does not exceed 16 mm and confirm cassette format via technical specs to match subheading 8523.29.70.10 exactly
• Include manufacturer specs and HTS classification ruling requests for pre-import clearance to avoid reclassification
• Ensure no chemical coatings that could trigger Chapter 37 exclusion; common pitfall is mislabeling as data storage