Sony Trinitron KV-13FS100 13-inch Color TV from Japan
This compact 13-inch color television features a single cathode-ray picture tube for direct viewing, with a video display diagonal of approximately 33 cm, qualifying it under HTS 8528.72.20.00 as a non-high definition TV not exceeding 34.29 cm. It includes built-in TV reception apparatus but no separate monitor functionality.
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
• Verify exact video display diagonal measurement across the visible faceplate per US note to Chapter 85 to confirm ≤34.29 cm classification
• Include FCC certification and CRT phosphor content documentation to avoid reclassification as parts under 8529
• Declare as complete TV reception apparatus, not monitor, to prevent shifting to 8528.52 monitors heading