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Precision 10-Turn Wirewound Potentiometer 1k Ohm

A precision 10-turn wirewound potentiometer with a 1k ohm resistance, designed for audio mixing consoles and instrumentation panels. Its multi-turn wirewound element provides high-resolution adjustment, making it a variable resistor other than a heating type. This product falls under tariff item 8533.39.00 as an 'other' wirewound variable resistor.

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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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8533.40.00Same rate: Free

If the potentiometer is of a non-wirewound type, such as conductive plastic

Non-wirewound variable resistors are classified under a separate subheading.

8533.31.00Same rate: Free

If the potentiometer is a fixed resistor with a power rating not exceeding 20 W

Fixed resistors under 20 W are classified under a different subheading.

8533.90.10Same rate: Free

If imported as a component kit, such as a resistance element or housing

Parts of resistors are classified under the parts subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Declare the potentiometer as a wirewound variable resistor under 8533.39.00, with documentation showing the 10-turn construction and resistance value

• Ensure the product is not classified as a heating resistor by highlighting its calibration function

• Consider using a customs broker to handle any CBSA queries about the precision winding specifications

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Allen-Bradley 1492 Series Wirewound Potentiometer

The Allen-Bradley 1492 Series wirewound potentiometer is an industrial-grade adjustable resistor used in PLC control systems for analog signal adjustment. It falls under tariff item 8533.39.00 as an 'other' wirewound variable resistor, not being a heating resistor or a type specifically covered elsewhere. Its robust construction suits factory automation environments.

ALPS RK27 Series Wirewound Potentiometer

The ALPS RK27 series dual-gang wirewound potentiometer is used for professional audio volume controls, with 10k ohm per section. It falls under tariff item 8533.39.00 as an 'other' wirewound variable resistor, not being a heating resistor. Its dual-gang design allows stereo balance adjustment in audio equipment.

Audio Grade Wirewound Level Potentiometer

This audio-grade 250k ohm wirewound potentiometer features a logarithmic taper for mixing desks, providing low-noise winding for clean signal. It falls under tariff item 8533.39.00 as a precision audio variable resistor, not being a heating resistor. Its high resistance and audio taper suit professional sound equipment.

Bourns 3224W Military Spec Wirewound Potentiometer

The Bourns 3224W military-spec wirewound potentiometer is qualified to MIL-PRF-39029 and withstands vibration for defense radar systems. It is classified under tariff item 8533.39.00 as an 'other' wirewound variable resistor, given its ruggedized design for high-reliability applications. It is not a heating resistor and fits the subheading's scope.

Bourns 3590S Precision Wirewound Potentiometer

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Caddock USVD Series Ultra-Precision Wirewound Potentiometer

The Caddock USVD series ultra-precision wirewound potentiometer achieves 0.01% linearity for aerospace instrumentation and calibration standards. It is classified under tariff item 8533.39.00 as an 'other' wirewound variable resistor, given its high-spec design for precision applications. It is not a heating resistor and meets the subheading's criteria.