Other
Discs, tapes, solid-state non-volatile storage devices, "smart cards" and other media for the recording of sound or of other phenomena, whether or not recorded, including matrices and masters for the production of discs, but excluding products of Chapter 37: > Optical media: > Other: > For reproducing phenomena other than sound or image > Other
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Products classified under HTS 8523.49.20.20
Blu-ray Data Disc
A high-capacity optical disc designed for recording and reproducing computer data, video streams, or other digital phenomena excluding primary sound or image entertainment. Classified under HTS 8523.49.20.20 as optical media for reproducing phenomena other than sound or image. It uses blue laser technology for higher density data storage beyond standard DVDs.
M-DISC Data Archive Disc
An archival-grade optical disc using inorganic write-once layer for long-term data storage of digital files, backups, and phenomena like sensor data. Falls under HTS 8523.49.20.20 for other optical media reproducing non-sound/image phenomena. Rated for 1,000-year durability unlike standard recordable DVDs.
DVD-R Data Disc
Recordable DVD for storing computer data, databases, or scientific measurements, not formatted for direct sound or image playback. HTS 8523.49.20.20 applies to optical media for other phenomena reproduction. Single-layer capacity up to 4.7GB for versatile data archiving.
BD-R Data Disc 25GB
25GB Blu-ray recordable disc optimized for high-density data backup, medical imaging data, or telemetry records excluding entertainment sound/images. Under HTS 8523.49.20.20 as other optical media for phenomena reproduction. Supports inkjet printable surface for labeling.
Recordable CD-R Data Disc
Standard 700MB CD-R for recording digital data files, software distributions, or measurement logs—not sound or video playback. HTS 8523.49.20.20 covers this optical media for other phenomena. Features organic dye recording layer for reliable 80-minute sessions.
Archival Gold CD-R
Gold reflective layer CD-R for 300-year data preservation of digital records, logs, and non-entertainment phenomena. Classified HTS 8523.49.20.20 as other optical media. Phthalocyanine dye ensures superior longevity over standard silver alloy discs.
50GB BDXL Data Disc
Triple-layer Blu-ray XL disc for massive data storage like genomic sequences or seismic data, excluding sound/image media. HTS 8523.49.20.20 for high-capacity optical other phenomena media. Requires BDXL-compatible drives for 100/128/150GB variants too.
DVD+R DL Data Disc
Dual-layer DVD+R with 8.5GB capacity for layered data storage of logs, databases, excluding direct AV playback. Under HTS 8523.49.20.20 for other phenomena optical media. PTM recording prevents overwrite errors.
100GB BDXL Triple Layer Disc
BDXL triple-layer optical disc for enterprise data hoarding of server backups or IoT sensor phenomena. HTS 8523.49.20.20 applies to other high-capacity optical media. Supports M-DISC variant for extended life.
Verbatim Data Disc DVD-R
Brand-specific DVD-R optimized for PC data storage with AZO recording dye for reliability. HTS 8523.49.20.20 for branded optical media reproducing other phenomena. 4.7GB single-sided, single-layer standard.
Ritek Data BD-R Disc
OEM Blu-ray recordable disc for data center archiving of non-AV digital phenomena. Under HTS 8523.49.20.20 as other optical media. High-quality HTL recording for 25GB capacity.
Taiyo Yuden Data CD-R
Premium CD-R using patented organic dye for superior data retention of digital logs and measurements. HTS 8523.49.20.20 for high-quality other phenomena optical media. Known for low error rates in professional duplication.
50GB M-DISC BDXL
Inorganic layer BDXL M-DISC for permanent 50GB data storage of irreplaceable digital phenomena records. Classified HTS 8523.49.20.20 as archival optical other media. 10,000-year claimed lifespan.
TDK Medical Data DVD
DVD designed for secure storage of patient data, scans, and medical phenomena excluding AV entertainment. HTS 8523.49.20.20 for specialized optical data media. Healthcare-compliant recording surface.
Industrial Data Blu-ray Disc
Hardened Blu-ray for factory automation data logging, PLC backups, industrial phenomena recording. Under HTS 8523.49.20.20 as robust optical other media. Vibration/shock resistant casing.