Blu-ray Disc of 'Inception'

High-definition Blu-ray disc featuring Christopher Nolan's 'Inception' with HD video and multi-channel Dolby audio. Falls under HTS 9817.00.46.00 as a video disc containing combination sound and visual recordings. Recognized as auditory/visual material per chapter provisions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽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.

8523.49.30.00Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If classified as general digital versatile discs

Blu-ray media without proven audiovisual content defaults to Chapter 85 optical media provisions

9810.00.30Same rate: 10%

If for educational exhibition use

Institutional imports for nonprofit exhibition qualify under Chapter 98 educational provisions

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm Blu-ray format meets video disc definition; include proof of audiovisual synchronization

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