Is HTS 8523 subject to a Section 301 tariff?

Goods imported from China may carry an additional Section 301 tariff (typically +25% or +7.5%) on top of the base duty rate. Use the ShipSeeker calculator with origin set to China to estimate it.

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Q: What is the import duty rate for HTS 8523 (Discs, Tapes, Solid-state Non-volatile Storage Devices, "smart Cards" And Other Media For The Recording Of Sound Or Of Other Phenomena, Whether Or Not Recorded, Including Matrices And Masters For The Production Of Discs, But Excluding Products Of Chapter 37:)?

The general (MFN) duty rate for HTS 8523 is varies by subheading. Free-trade-agreement (special) and Column 2 rates may also apply. Estimate the total landed cost by country of origin with the ShipSeeker calculator.

Q: What does HTS 8523 cover?

HTS 8523 covers Discs, Tapes, Solid-state Non-volatile Storage Devices, "smart Cards" And Other Media For The Recording Of Sound Or Of Other Phenomena, Whether Or Not Recorded, Including Matrices And Masters For The Production Of Discs, But Excluding Products Of Chapter 37: in the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (chapter 85).

U.S. import duty rate & tariff classification for HTS 8523 in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

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Full HTS description

Discs, Tapes, Solid-state Non-volatile Storage Devices, "smart Cards" And Other Media For The Recording Of Sound Or Of Other Phenomena, Whether Or Not Recorded, Including Matrices And Masters For The Production Of Discs, But Excluding Products Of Chapter 37:

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Duty rates for HTS 8523 are set at the subheading level.

Pick a specific code below for its exact duty rate, or use the calculator for a full landed-cost estimate.

Subheadings under 8523

HTS code	Description	General rate
8523.80	Other:	—

Next steps for HTS 8523

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Source: U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Rates are for reference; verify with a licensed customs broker before importing.