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Panasonic RQ-V10 Pocket Radio Cassette Player from Japan

A compact AM/FM radio cassette player with built-in amplifier, battery-powered operation, and headphone jack only—no loudspeaker. Dimensions of 115mm x 90mm x 35mm comply with HTS 8527.12 pocket-size criteria for radiobroadcast reception combined with cassette playback.

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

• Provide manufacturer's spec sheet confirming no loudspeaker and dimensions within limits for smooth customs clearance

• Label as 'pocket-size radio cassette player' and include FCC compliance for radio reception components

• Watch for common pitfall of including demo batteries; declare as non-functional for duty purposes