Industrial Optical Media for Factory Automation from Japan
Ruggedized unrecorded optical discs for PLC programming and factory data logging. HTS 8523.49.50.00 covers industrial-grade other optical media. Vibration-resistant for manufacturing environments.
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
• Industrial certifications (IP rating, temperature range) support classification
• Bulk OEM packaging common; avoid retail labeling
• Link to automation equipment via commercial invoices