Archives, universities and broadcasters use reel-to-reel video decks to digitise older programmes.
HSN code 85211029 is classified as Free under India's DGFT ITC(HS) export policy — no export license is required.
This product may be freely exported/imported from India without a license.
HSN Code Details
Other spool type video recording or reproducing apparatus not named above, including open-reel video tape recorders used for archiving legacy material.
State tape width, format and voltage, and pack in padded cases with heads protected. Audio and video equipment needs electrical safety, EMC and RoHS compliance and, for wireless products, radio approval; pack in retail cartons with foam, state formats, outputs and power rating, and keep lithium batteries separate under battery transport rules (UN 3481).
Related HSN Codes (Heading 8521)
- 8521apparatus, whether or not incorporating a video tunerFree
- 852110Magnetic tape-typeFree
- 85211011video tape recorders with " or 1" tapeFree
- 85211012betacam or betacam SP or digital betacam S-VHS or digital-SFree
- 85211019Cassette tape-type: ----OtherFree
- 85211021Spool type: ----Professional video tapeFree
Frequently Asked Questions
No. HSN 85211029 is classified as Free under DGFT ITC(HS) policy, so it can be exported from India without an export license or permit.
They are other open-reel video tape recorders for archives.
HSN 85211029 falls under Chapter 85 and Heading 8521 of India's customs tariff schedule.
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