Sony Trinitron KV-27FS100 CRT TV/VCR Combo

A 27-inch color cathode-ray tube monitor with built-in VHS video recorder, featuring a single picture tube for direct viewing and a video display diagonal of 68.58 cm. It falls under HTS 8528.49.35.00 as a non-high definition CRT monitor exceeding 35.56 cm that incorporates video recording apparatus, designed for consumer use with TV tuner and VCR functionality.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽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.

8528.42.00.00Same rate: 35%

If lacking video recording/reproducing apparatus

Without the integrated VCR, it becomes a standard non-HD color CRT monitor >35.56 cm under reception apparatus not incorporating recording.

8528.59Lower: 15% vs 35%

If using LCD/LED flat panel instead of CRT

Flat panel monitors with video recording fall under other monitor subheadings in 8528.59, as CRT-specific provisions apply only to tube-based models.

8521.90.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If imported as a complete video recording/reproducing system without monitor

Separate VCR units without display screen classify under video recording apparatus, not as combined reception/monitor sets.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the video display diagonal exceeds 35.56 cm using the maximum straight line across the visible faceplate per US notes to ensure proper classification

Document the built-in video recording apparatus (e.g

VHS mechanism) with technical specs to avoid reclassification as plain monitor under 8528.42