HDCAM Professional Video Tape from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document HD format specifications and tape dimensions to support 'other' video tape classification
• Separate from blank tapes; declare recording status explicitly