Panasonic PT-53WX54 Projection TV with Built-in VCR from Japan
A 53-inch color projection CRT television monitor incorporating VHS video cassette recorder for recording and playback. Classified under HTS 8528.49.45.00 due to its non-high definition cathode-ray tube projection system combined with integrated video recording apparatus.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide CRT phosphor imprinting process certification to confirm color projection capability and avoid parts classification
• Document VHS deck specifications showing recording/reproducing functions to meet subheading requirements
• Check for radiation shielding; if present, may require review against 8525.82 radiation-hardened camera notes