About HS Code 852329
This category encompasses a broad range of magnetic media used for data storage, excluding magnetic stripe cards, and is vital for industries requiring robust and often archival data solutions. It includes items like magnetic tapes, floppy disks, and other forms of magnetic recording media, whether blank or pre-recorded. Importers are typically data centers, broadcasting companies, archival services, and specialized industrial users who rely on these media for backup, long-term storage, or specific legacy systems. Exporters are often manufacturers in countries with strong electronics and materials science industries. Key considerations in this trade include the declining demand for some legacy formats, the niche markets for high-capacity data tapes, and the ongoing need for secure, durable storage solutions in specific professional applications. The trade reflects a balance between evolving digital storage technologies and the enduring requirements for certain magnetic formats.
Products Under This Code
LTO Ultrium data cartridges, DLTtape data cartridges, Audio cassette tapes (blank), VHS video tapes (blank), Floppy disks (3.5 inch), Reel-to-reel audio tapes, Data storage tape reels
Real World Examples
LTO-8 Ultrium tape, Sony DVCAM tape, Maxell UR audio cassette, Verbatim 3.5" floppy disk, Fujifilm LTO data cartridge
Common Misclassification
This code should not be confused with 852321 (Magnetic stripe cards) or 852351 (Solid-state non-volatile storage devices) which are semiconductor-based.
Products Classified Under 8523.29
Industry
This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.
Trade Overview
Japan, the USA, and Germany are significant players in the trade of these specialized magnetic media, both as producers and consumers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 852329?
HS code 852329 covers: Magnetic media; other than cards incorporating a magnetic stripe, whether or not recorded, excluding products of Chapter 37. This category encompasses a broad range of magnetic media used for data storage, excluding magnetic stripe cards, and is vital for industries requiring robust and often archival data solutions. It includes items like magnetic tapes, floppy disks, and other forms of magnetic recording media, whether blank or pre-recorded. Importers are typically data centers, broadcasting companies, archival services, and specialized industrial users who rely on these media for backup, long-term storage, or specific legacy systems. Exporters are often manufacturers in countries with strong electronics and materials science industries. Key considerations in this trade include the declining demand for some legacy formats, the niche markets for high-capacity data tapes, and the ongoing need for secure, durable storage solutions in specific professional applications. The trade reflects a balance between evolving digital storage technologies and the enduring requirements for certain magnetic formats.
What products fall under HS code 852329?
LTO Ultrium data cartridges, DLTtape data cartridges, Audio cassette tapes (blank), VHS video tapes (blank), Floppy disks (3.5 inch), Reel-to-reel audio tapes, Data storage tape reels
What are common misclassifications for HS code 852329?
This code should not be confused with 852321 (Magnetic stripe cards) or 852351 (Solid-state non-volatile storage devices) which are semiconductor-based.
How is HS code 852329 structured?
HS code 852329 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (23) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.