HS Code 8519.81.1000

Transcribing Machines — US Import Duty

Official Description

Sound recording or reproducing apparatus: > Other apparatus: > Using magnetic, optical or semiconductor media: > Sound reproducing only: > Transcribing machines

Hierarchy: Sound recording or reproducing apparatus > Other apparatus > Using magnetic, optical or semiconductor media > Sound reproducing only > Transcribing machines

US Duty Rates (2026 HTS)

General Rate (MFN)Free
Unit of MeasureNO

Possible Additional Duties

  • Section 301 Brazil TariffThe duty provided in the applicable subheading + 25% (origin: BR)
  • Section 301 "Forced Labor" AlgeriaThe duty provided in the applicable subheading + 12.5% (origin: DZ)
  • Section 301 "Forced Labor" AngolaThe duty provided in the applicable subheading + 12.5% (origin: AO)
  • Section 301 "Forced Labor" ArgentinaThe duty provided in the applicable subheading + 10% (origin: AR)
  • Section 301 "Forced Labor" AustraliaThe duty provided in the applicable subheading + 12.5% (origin: AU)
  • Section 301 "Forced Labor" BahamasThe duty provided in the applicable subheading + 12.5% (origin: BS)

Applicability depends on country of origin and date of entry. Run the calculator for the full duty stack.

Classification

Chapter
Chapter 85 — Electrical Machinery and Equipment and Parts Thereof; Sound Recorders and Reproducers, Television Image and Sound Recorders and Reproducers, and Parts and Accessories of Such Articles
Heading
8519 — Sound recording or reproducing apparatus

Related Codes in this Heading

8519.20.0000
Apparatus operated by coins, banknotes, bank cards, tokens or by other means of payment
8519.30.1000
With automatic record changing mechanism
8519.30.2000
Turntables (record-decks)
8519.81.2000
Designed exclusively for motor- vehicle installation
8519.81.2500
Cassette-type tape players

Common Questions

What is the US import duty for HS Code 8519.81.1000?

The general (MFN) duty rate for HS Code 8519.81.1000 (Transcribing machines) is Free. Use the calculator for an exact landed-cost estimate.

Are there additional tariffs on HS Code 8519.81.1000?

Yes — Chapter 99 measures may apply, including Section 301 Brazil Tariff, Section 301 "Forced Labor" Algeria, Section 301 "Forced Labor" Angola, among others. Applicability depends on the country of origin and entry date.

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