Sony DVR-TV Tuner Combo from Japan
A compact digital video recorder with integrated TV tuner that receives television signals and records them onto an internal hard drive without a built-in screen. It falls under HTS 8528.71.10.00 because it is reception apparatus for television incorporating video recording apparatus and not designed to incorporate a video display. Primarily used for home DVR setups to record live TV shows.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify FCC certification for TV tuner compliance; ensure documentation specifies no video display incorporation; watch for misclassification as set-top boxes with screens under 8528.72