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Unrecorded MiniDisc for Audio from Japan

A 6.8cm magneto-optical disc blank designed exclusively for digital audio recording and playback. HTS 8523.49.30.00 applies as optical (laser-readable) media for sound only.

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

• Specify 'magneto-optical audio medium' on docs; distinguish from data MiniDiscs

• Provide evidence of audio mastering capability if challenged