Betamax Video Cassette Tape from China
Pre-recorded Betamax format magnetic video tape with width exceeding 6.5 mm, containing analog video recordings of movies or TV shows. Classified under HTS 8523.29.70 as video tape recordings on magnetic media wider than 6.5 mm, distinct from audio tapes or unrecorded media.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Verify tape width exceeds 6.5 mm and confirm pre-recorded video content via sample inspection to avoid misclassification as unrecorded media (8523.29.10)
• Provide documentation proving content is video phenomena, not purely audio, as audio tapes fall under different subheadings
• Ensure no chemical sensitizing agents remain, distinguishing from Chapter 37 photographic products; obtain manufacturer's specs