Cable TV DVR Set-Top Box with MoCA from Japan
A digital video recorder set-top box for cable TV with MoCA (Multimedia over Coax) for home network communication and whole-home DVR functionality. It qualifies for HTS 8525.50.10.00 as it transmits television signals with integrated communication over coax networks. Popular with cable providers like Comcast Xfinity.
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 CableLabs/DOCSIS certification docs to prove communication standards compliance
• Declare hard drive capacity accurately as it affects value and potential ITAR scrutiny
• Separate recording vs transmission functions in technical descriptions to avoid 8521 classification