8525.89 - Other:

This category, HTS code 8525.89, encompasses "Other" television cameras, digital cameras, and video camera recorders. This includes devices that do not fall under the more specific classifications such as high-speed goods, radiation-hardened or radiation-tolerant goods, or night vision equipment. The primary function of these goods is to capture and record visual information, either as still images or video, for a wide array of professional and consumer applications.

It is crucial to distinguish this category from its siblings: 8525.81 (high-speed goods), 8525.82 (radiation-hardened/tolerant goods), and 8525.83 (night vision goods). If a camera possesses specialized characteristics like the ability to record at exceptionally high frame rates (as defined by subheading note 1), or is designed for environments with extreme radiation levels (subheading note 2), or incorporates technology for low-light operation (subheading note 3), it would be classified under those respective subheadings and not under 8525.89.

Within 8525.89, further subdivisions exist to refine classification. The category includes "Television cameras" which are primarily designed for live broadcast or professional video production. Additionally, it distinguishes "Digital still image video cameras" (8525.89.40.00), which are primarily intended for capturing still photographs but may also have video recording capabilities. Finally, the residual category "Other" (8525.89.50) captures any remaining television cameras, digital cameras, or video camera recorders that do not fit into these more specific sub-classifications.