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
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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