AutoCAD Engineering Software Disc from Japan
Proprietary optical disc for AutoCAD software, recording binary data for engineering drawings, 3D models, and interactive instructions manipulated by CAD workstations (ADP machines). Reproduces representations of data, images, and tool interfaces for user interactivity. Fits 8523.49.40.00 criteria precisely.
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
• Include technical specifications confirming ADP interactivity to distinguish from non-interactive data discs
• For multi-disc sets, declare as single SKU under 8523.49.40.00; avoid splitting to prevent duty optimization abuse
• Ensure no hardware dongles included; keys classify separately under 8473.30