Recorded DVD-ROM for Scientific Data from Japan
A DVD-ROM disc recorded with scientific measurement data such as seismic readings or atmospheric sensor outputs, classified under 8523.49.20 as optical media for reproducing phenomena other than sound or image. It stores non-audio/video data like numerical datasets from experiments. Excludes image or sound reproduction per chapter notes.
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
• Verify recording content strictly reproduces 'other phenomena' (e.g
• data, measurements) not sound/images to avoid reclassification
• Provide documentation proving data nature (e.g
• sample files, source certificates) during customs exam
• Avoid bulk unrecorded discs which shift to 8523.49.10; label clearly as 'recorded data media'