Sony CFD-S70 Portable CD Boombox Radio

This portable boombox combines AM/FM radio reception with a CD player and cassette deck in a single housing, allowing users to record from radio broadcasts onto cassettes. It falls under HTS 8527.91.60.80 as reception apparatus for radiobroadcasting combined with sound recording or reproducing apparatus, specifically in the 'other' category not meeting size/specs for cassette players. Designed for personal use with built-in speakers and carrying handle.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8527.19.50Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If without sound recording or reproducing apparatus

Pure radio receivers without integrated recording/reproducing functions fall under 8527.19, excluding combination units.

8519Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If primarily a sound recorder without radio tuner

Units lacking radiobroadcast reception capability are classified as other sound recording apparatus in heading 8519.

8527.12.00Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If cassette-only player meeting size specs (≤170x100x45mm)

Qualifies for 8527.12 only if it's a cassette player with amp, no loudspeaker, portable, and exact dimensions per subheading note.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the unit combines radio reception with sound recording/reproducing functions in one housing via technical specs to confirm 8527 classification

Include FCC compliance documentation for radio receivers and detailed bill of materials showing integrated components

Avoid misclassification as separate components; ensure packaging shows it as a complete combined unit to prevent reclassification

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Philips AZB798T Radio Cassette CD Recorder

All-in-one audio system with FM/AM radio tuner, dual cassette decks, CD changer, and recording functions housed together. Under HTS 8527.91.60.80 as other combined radiobroadcast and sound recording apparatus. Features auto-dubbing from radio.

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