Sony DCR-HC32 MiniDV Cassette from Japan
A compact MiniDV videocassette designed for recording digital video in consumer camcorders. It uses magnetic tape coated with metal particles for high-density digital data storage, falling under HTS 8523.29.90 as 'other' magnetic media not specified elsewhere. These cassettes are unrecorded or pre-recorded with video content but exclude photographic film products.
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
• Verify tape formulation meets magnetic media definition and is not optical; declare if pre-recorded to avoid misclassification as Chapter 37 goods
• Include manufacturer specs confirming digital video capacity; watch for anti-dumping duties on certain Asian-origin tapes