Hi8 Camcorder Video Tape
Hi8 format 8mm magnetic video cassette tape exceeding 6.5 mm width, pre-recorded with high-resolution analog video from camcorder footage. Classified as video tape recordings under 8523.29.70 due to magnetic media and video phenomena.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +17.5% | 17.5% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If on optical media like Blu-ray
Pre-recorded video discs are optical, not magnetic.
If audio magnetic cards
Media specifically for sound, not video, uses different subheading.
If spent or non-usable condition
Broken or unrechargeable media falls under waste electrical articles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Test tape for video signal presence; purely digital conversions may shift classification
ā¢ Avoid bulk packaging that resembles unrecorded stock; declare as pre-recorded
ā¢ Watch for reclassification if tape includes digital timecode exceeding analog limits
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