8519.30 - Turntables (record-decks):

This HTS category, 8519.30, specifically classifies turntables, also known as record-decks. These are electro-mechanical devices designed to play vinyl records by rotating them and using a stylus to track the grooves and reproduce the sound. This includes devices intended for home audio systems and professional use.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 8519.20, is crucial. Category 8519.20.00.00 covers automatic vending machines that play records, which are operated by various forms of payment. In contrast, 8519.30 focuses solely on the record-playing mechanism itself, irrespective of any payment system integration.

Within 8519.30, two subcategories exist to further refine classification based on functionality. Subcategory 8519.30.10.00 applies to turntables equipped with an automatic record-changing mechanism, enabling them to play multiple records sequentially without manual intervention. All other turntables that do not possess this automatic changing feature fall under subcategory 8519.30.20.00, which serves as a residual category for standard, single-record playback devices.