Sony CFD-S70 Portable CD/Tape/Radio Boombox
This portable boombox combines a battery-powered AM/FM radio receiver with a cassette tape player incapable of recording and a CD player in the same housing. It falls under HTS 8527.13.11.00 as a radiobroadcast receiver capable of operating without external power, combined with a non-recording tape player. The compact design makes it ideal for personal use without needing an outlet.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If requires external power source
Units needing AC mains power fall under 'other' battery-incapable receivers in 8527.19, excluding portable battery-operated combos.
If combined with CD player only, no tape
Combinations with sound reproducers other than non-recording tape players go to 8527.13.19.
If primarily a sound reproducer without radio
Without radiobroadcast reception, it classifies as other sound recording/reproducing apparatus parts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the tape player is explicitly incapable of recording via technical specs to confirm 8527.13 classification; recording-capable units shift to other subheadings
• Include battery operation certification and FCC compliance docs for radiobroadcast receivers to avoid delays at customs
• Label power source clearly as 'battery-powered only' to prevent misclassification as mains-powered under 8527.19
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