Sony Bravia 55-inch Smart Monitor with Built-in DVR

A 55-inch flat panel color monitor capable of displaying television signals, featuring a built-in digital video recorder for recording and playback of video content. It falls under HTS 8528.59.23.00 because it is a color monitor with a flat panel screen that incorporates video recording or reproducing apparatus but does not include television reception capability. This distinguishes it from standard TVs or monitors without recording functions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.9%+17.5%21.4%
🇲🇽Mexico3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇨🇦Canada3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇩🇪Germany3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇯🇵Japan3.9%+10.0%13.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

8528.72Lower: 15% vs 21.4%

If incorporating a television tuner/receiver

Monitors with built-in TV reception capability shift to reception apparatus headings in 8528.72.

8528.59Same rate: 21.4%

If without video recording or reproducing apparatus

Flat panel monitors lacking recording functions fall under the non-recording subheading.

8471.41.01Higher: 32.5% vs 21.4%

If classified as part of an automatic data processing system

Monitors primarily for computer use in ADP machines may classify under Chapter 84 instead of Chapter 85.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the monitor lacks TV tuner/reception apparatus via technical specs to confirm 8528 classification over 8528.72

Include detailed bills of materials showing integrated video recording components for customs valuation and origin determination

Ensure FCC compliance documentation and energy efficiency labels are affixed to avoid entry delays

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