New

Ask Wove anything about tariffs.

Try Tariff Assistant

Sony Walkman WM-FX198 Radio Cassette Player from China

Portable AM/FM radio cassette player with auto-reverse cassette deck, capable of operating on batteries without external power. Combines radiobroadcast reception with cassette tape recording and playback in a compact housing. Classified under HTS 8527.13.20.15 as a cassette-type radio-tape recorder combination.

Duty Rate — China → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify battery operation capability and cassette mechanism to confirm classification under 8527.13.20.15; portable CD players fall under different subheadings

• Include detailed technical specs in documentation showing radio receiver and tape deck integration in one housing

• Ensure FCC compliance for radio reception components to avoid customs delays