8519.81.30.10 - Optical disc (including compact disc) players

This HTS category encompasses a specific type of sound reproducing apparatus that utilizes optical media, most notably compact discs (CDs), as its storage and playback medium. The apparatus within this classification are designed exclusively for the playback of recorded sound. This includes devices like standalone CD players, portable CD players, and car CD players, all of which read data from an optical disc to produce audio output. The "optical disc" designation is key, distinguishing these players from those that use magnetic tape or semiconductor-based memory cards for sound reproduction.

Within the broader category of "Sound reproducing only" apparatus that use magnetic, optical, or semiconductor media, this subcategory is specifically defined by its reliance on optical disc technology. Its sibling category, 8519.81.30.20, covers "Other" apparatus within this group, which would typically include devices that reproduce sound solely from semiconductor media, such as MP3 players or solid-state audio playback devices that do not rely on physical optical discs. Therefore, the primary distinguishing factor is the physical media used for playback.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Classification under 8519.81.30.10 is final for any apparatus that fulfills the criteria of being a sound-only reproducer and exclusively operates by reading optical discs. When classifying, focus on the player's primary function of sound reproduction and its inherent ability to read optical media such as CDs.