8471.70.50.35 - Flexible (floppy) magnetic disk drive units
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | No. |
| General Rate of Duty | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 35% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 8471.70.50.35, specifically encompasses flexible (floppy) magnetic disk drive units designed for use with automatic data processing machines. These units are characterized by their ability to read from and write to removable, flexible magnetic disks, commonly known as floppy disks. Their primary function is to store and retrieve digital data, serving as an input/output peripheral for computer systems.
Distinguishing this category from its siblings is crucial for accurate classification. While 8471.70.50.65 covers hard magnetic disk drive units, which utilize rigid platters for data storage, and 8471.70.50.95 encompasses "other" magnetic disk drive units not otherwise specified, 8471.70.50.35 is exclusively for units employing flexible magnetic media. The defining feature is the physical form factor and material of the disk itself.
As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories within 8471.70.50.35. Therefore, classification under this code relies directly on the identification of a magnetic disk drive unit that specifically utilizes flexible magnetic disks. Examples would include legacy floppy disk drives (e.g., 5.25-inch or 3.5-inch drives) intended for integration with or as standalone peripherals for ADP machines.