1-inch Type C Helical Scan Videotape from Japan
Professional 1-inch wide magnetic videotape in open reel format for Type C helical scan recording of broadcast video signals. HTS 8523.29.80.00 applies to these wider-than-6.5mm magnetic tapes designed for high-end video phenomena recording.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document helical scan format and 25.4mm tape width explicitly in commercial invoice for proper heading placement
• Obtain certificates confirming unrecorded status to prevent duty escalation under recorded media provisions
• Avoid common error of classifying with audio reels under 8523.29.20; emphasize video capability