Quadruplex Video Tape Reel from Japan
Legacy quadruplex 2-inch video tape reel recorded with analog black-and-white or color video for historical television archives. Classified HTS 8523.29.70.20 as other magnetic video tape recordings over 6.5 mm width.
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
• Special archival handling instructions prevent damage claims
• Declare historical value accurately for proper duty assessment
• CBP may inspect for hazardous deterioration in old magnetic media