Pioneer DEH-S7200BHS Car Radio Tape Player

This is a car stereo receiver combining FM/AM radio tuner with cassette tape player, designed for motor vehicle dashboard installation and requires 12V vehicle power. It falls under HTS 8527.21.25.25 as a radiobroadcast receiver not operable without external power, combined with sound reproducing apparatus (tape player), specified for motor vehicles, other kind. The unit includes amplifier but no built-in speaker.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2%+50.0%52%
🇲🇽Mexico2%+25.0%27%
🇨🇦Canada2%+25.0%27%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+15.0%15%
🇯🇵JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8527.19.50Lower: 10% vs 52%

If sold without tape player mechanism

Pure radio receivers for vehicles without sound recording/reproducing apparatus fall under 8527.19, excluding combinations.

8527.21Same rate: 52%

If incorporating CD player instead of tape

Vehicle radio-CD combinations are separately provided for in 8527.21.07, distinct from radio-tape players.

8517.62.00Lower: 32.5% vs 52%

If classified primarily as communication apparatus with radio as secondary

Units with dominant telecom functions like hands-free calling may shift to heading 8517 for telephone apparatus.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify FCC Part 15 certification for RF emissions as required for car radios imported into the US

Include vehicle installation diagrams and 12V power requirement specs to confirm 'motor vehicle' classification

Avoid misclassification as portable by documenting fixed dashboard mounting design; declare as 'other' radio-tape combo