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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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.
JVC KDR-400 Car AM/FM Cassette Stereo
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Alpine CDA-9835 Car Radio Cassette Deck
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Kenwood KRC-300 Car Cassette Radio Tuner
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