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NDK Variable Tuning Capacitor Module

A surface-mount variable capacitor module with a range of 0.5-10pF, designed for smartphone antenna tuning. It is a pre-set adjustable capacitor that enables dynamic frequency matching in mobile devices. This product is classified under tariff item 8532.30.00 as an adjustable (pre-set) capacitor.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

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8532.21.00Same rate: Free

If the module is a fixed ceramic capacitor rather than variable

Fixed capacitors are classified under a different subheading.

8542.31.00Same rate: Free

If the module incorporates an integrated circuit for control purposes

Electronic integrated circuits are classified in Chapter 85, heading 8542.

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American Technical Ceramics 530R Variable Capacitor

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