Pioneer DEH-S4220BT Car Radio Tape Player

This is a car-mounted radio receiver combined with a cassette tape player, requiring external vehicle power and designed specifically for motor vehicle dashboards. It falls under HTS 8527.21.25 as a radiobroadcast receiver not capable of operating without external power, combined with sound reproducing apparatus in radio-tape player combination, other than specified exceptions.

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%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

8527.19.50Lower: 10% vs 52%

If not combined with tape player

Separate radio receivers without sound recording/reproducing apparatus fall under different subheading.

8527.21.15Lower: 50% vs 52%

If incorporating CD player instead of tape

Radio-CD combinations have dedicated subheading; tape players specified separately.

8510.30.00Lower: 14.2% vs 52%

If sold as aftermarket vehicle audio parts

Vehicle electrical parts of heading 8510 may apply if not complete reception apparatus.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the unit requires external DC 12V power from vehicle battery and cannot operate independently to confirm classification

Include vehicle installation specifications and user manual in documentation to prove motor vehicle end-use

Avoid misclassification as portable by ensuring no built-in battery; common pitfall leads to higher duties

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