Betacam SP Video Cassette
Professional Betacam SP video cassette featuring magnetic tape wider than 6.5 mm, pre-recorded with broadcast-quality video content for television production. Classified under HTS 8523.29.70.20 as other video tape recordings on magnetic media exceeding 6.5 mm width, distinct from consumer formats.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If tape width not exceeding 6.5 mm
Narrower tapes fall under different width subheading within magnetic media.
If solid-state non-volatile storage like flash memory
Digital flash-based media classified separately from magnetic tapes.
If optical media like recorded DVDs
Video recordings on discs move to Chapter 85 optical media heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify tape width exceeds 6.5 mm and confirm video recording content to meet subheading criteria
• Provide evidence of recording type (analog/digital video) to avoid reclassification as blank media
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DVCAM Digital Video Cassette
DVCAM format digital video cassette with magnetic tape over 6.5 mm wide, containing recorded professional video footage for editing and archiving. Fits HTS 8523.29.70.20 as other video tape recordings beyond standard consumer VHS.
D2 Digital Video Cassette
D2 format digital component video cassette with 19mm magnetic tape, recorded for studio server and VTR systems in broadcast facilities. HTS 8523.29.70.20 for other professional video tape recordings exceeding 6.5 mm.
Quadruplex Video Tape Reel
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IMX Digital Component Video Tape
IMX format component digital video tape cassette with magnetic tape over 6.5 mm, recorded for professional nonlinear editing systems. Qualifies under HTS 8523.29.70.20 as other video magnetic tape recordings.
HDCAM Professional Video Tape
HDCAM high-definition video cassette using magnetic tape wider than 6.5 mm, recorded with HD video mastering for film and TV production. Covered by HTS 8523.29.70.20 for other professional video tape recordings.
Digital Betacam Video Cassette
Digital Betacam cassette containing recorded HD video on magnetic tape exceeding 6.5 mm width, used in professional broadcast workflows. HTS 8523.29.70.20 applies to these specialized video tape recordings.