| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8543906800 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8523495000 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8521103000 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Here is the detailed classification and tariff information for the declared products related to DVD:
✅ HS CODE: 8519813010
Product Description: DVD players, CD players, and other devices for playing discs (including compact discs).
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff (before April 11, 2025): 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
- Notes:
- This code applies to playback-only devices (not for recording).
- Proactive Advice: Confirm whether the device is for playback only or has recording capabilities, as this may affect classification.
✅ HS CODE: 8519814120
Product Description: DVD burners (devices for recording on DVDs).
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff (before April 11, 2025): 0.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 30.0%
- Notes:
- This code is for devices specifically used for DVD recording.
- Proactive Advice: Ensure the device is clearly for recording, not just playback.
✅ HS CODE: 8523495000
Product Description: DVD media for data storage (e.g., blank DVDs).
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff (before April 11, 2025): 7.5%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 37.5%
- Notes:
- This code applies to blank or recordable DVD discs used for data storage.
- Proactive Advice: Confirm the type of media (e.g., rewritable, read-only) and whether it is for data or video use.
✅ HS CODE: 8543906800
Product Description: Motherboards for DVD players.
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff (before April 11, 2025): 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
- Notes:
- This code is for DVD player motherboards (not standalone units).
- Proactive Advice: Ensure the product is a motherboard and not a complete unit.
✅ HS CODE: 8521103000
Product Description: Video players without recording function.
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff (before April 11, 2025): 7.5%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 37.5%
- Notes:
- This code applies to video players that do not have recording capabilities.
- Proactive Advice: Verify that the device does not support recording or editing functions.
📌 Important Notes for All Products:
- April 11, 2025 Special Tariff: A 30.0% additional tariff will be applied to all products listed above after April 11, 2025.
- Anti-dumping duties: Not applicable for these products.
- Certifications: Ensure compliance with any required certifications (e.g., CE, FCC) depending on the destination country.
- Material and Unit Price: Verify the exact product specifications and unit price for accurate customs valuation.
Let me know if you need help determining the correct HS code for a specific product or if you need assistance with customs documentation.
Customer Reviews
The information was good, but I found the section on 8523495000 a bit vague. More examples would have made it clearer for someone new to this.
The details on the 55% total tax rate for HS Code 8543906800 were helpful. I now understand the costs involved in importing DVD player motherboards.
The section on HS Code 8521103000 for video players was exactly what I needed. The note about checking for recording functions was very useful.
The information on the 30% special tariff after April 11, 2025 was easy to find. I wish there were more examples of what qualifies as data storage media for the 8523495000 code.
I really appreciated the detailed explanation of the 37.5% total tax rate for HS Code 8523495000. It’s exactly what I needed for importing blank DVDs.