High-Density Optical Discs for Enterprise Storage from Japan
Unrecorded high-density optical discs for robotic library systems in data centers. HTS 8523.49.50.00 for specialized other optical media. Designed for write-once-read-many enterprise applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• End-use statements for commercial data storage qualify for industrial tariffs
• Heavy-duty cartridges increase weight—accurate dimensions required
• Avoid consumer packaging to maintain 'other media' status