Sony XAV-AX5000 Media Receiver from Mexico
A vehicle multimedia receiver featuring digital radio tuner (RDS), Bluetooth streaming, and SD card/USB playback for recorded sound reproduction. Designed exclusively for car dashboard installation with external 12V power requirement, it matches 8527.21.40.80 for combined radiobroadcast reception and sound apparatus in motor vehicles. Lacks cassette mechanism, placing it in the 'other' category.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.0525%Except for products described in headings 9903.94.06, 9903.94.32, 9903.94.33, 9903.94.42, 9903.94.43, 9903.94.44, 9903.94.45, 9903.94.52, 9903.94.53, 9903.94.54, 9903.94.55, 9903.94.62, 9903.94.63, 9903.94.66 and 9903.94.67, automobile parts, as provided for in subdivision (g) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter
9903.74.110%Articles as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Submit vehicle-specific installation diagrams showing 12V external power dependency to confirm non-portable status
• Labeling must specify 'for motor vehicle use only' to prevent confusion with portable consumer electronics