MiniDV Digital Video Cassette

MiniDV cassette tape with 6.35 mm width magnetic media pre-recorded with digital video, but classified in 8523.29.70 only if confirmed >6.5 mm variant exists for specialty use. Standard fits but notes specify video tapes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermanyFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapanFree+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.

8523.29.30Same rate: 17.5%

If confirmed width ≤6.5 mm

Narrower video magnetic tapes have dedicated subheading.

8525.89.40Same rate: 17.5%

If digital camera media

Still image digital cameras' media per U.S. notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Measure exact tape width; MiniDV borderline cases need caliper verification

• Digital content must prove video-dominant over data