Sony XR-CA610X Car Cassette Radio Receiver
A motor vehicle radiobroadcast receiver featuring AM/FM tuner integrated with auto-reverse cassette deck, powered solely by car battery/ignition. Classified under HTS 8527.21.25.25 for car radio-tape player combinations (other), incapable of standalone battery operation. Includes preamp outputs for vehicle speaker systems.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If auto-reverse cassette feature absent
Single-direction tape players for vehicles fall under 8527.21.15, while auto-reverse are 'other' in 8527.21.25.
If portable with internal rechargeable battery
Portable radio-tape combos operable without external power go to 8527.29, excluding fixed vehicle units.
If imported as radio-tape player parts set
Unassembled combinations or parts thereof may classify under 8527.90 for reception apparatus parts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide automotive EMC test reports (CISPR 25) to demonstrate compliance with vehicle electromagnetic compatibility
• Label units clearly as 'for motor vehicle use only' to prevent reclassification as consumer portable radio
• Document tape mechanism specifications to distinguish from CD-based units under different subheadings
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