Digital-S Video Cassette

Digital-S format cassette with magnetic tape exceeding 6.5 mm, recorded component digital video for professional nonlinear editing. HTS 8523.29.70.20 covers these specialized other video tape recordings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8523.29.70.10Same rate: 17.5%

If consumer VHS format specifically

VHS has statistical breakout from 'other' video tapes.

8519Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If part of sound recording equipment

Integral cassette components classified with recorders.

3923.21.00Higher: 38% vs 17.5%

If synthetic plastic tape carrier only

Tape housing without magnetics falls to plastics chapter.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Professional format requires technical data sheet submission

Separate inventory tracking for different cassette generations

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