50GB M-DISC BDXL from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Archival certification mandatory for lifespan value justification
• Specify inorganic vs organic layer distinguishing archival claim
• Limited compatibility drives require end-user warnings in docs