Pioneer DEH-S4220BT FM/AM Car Stereo Receiver from Japan

This is a single-DIN in-dash car stereo receiver capable of receiving FM and AM radio broadcasts, designed specifically for motor vehicle installation. It requires connection to the vehicle's 12V power system and lacks standalone battery operation. Classified under HTS 8527.29.40.00 as an FM/AM radiobroadcast receiver for motor vehicles not operable without external power.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

15%

Rate breakdown

9903.94.4315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of Japan as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter.
9903.03.060%Articles of iron or steel, derivative articles of iron or steel, articles of aluminum, derivative articles of aluminum, passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks and parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks, semiconductor articles, semi-finished copper and intensive copper derivative products, wood products, or medium- and heavy-duty vehicles or medium- and heavy-duty vehicle parts, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.74.110%Articles as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.

Import Tips

Ensure FCC Part 15 certification for radio frequency emissions, as car stereos must comply with U.S. electromagnetic interference standards

Provide detailed technical specs confirming FM/AM only reception without satellite or digital HD radio capabilities to match subheading

Include vehicle compatibility documentation; misclassification as portable radios can lead to duty reassessment