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BrightKing MOV-14D201K Metal Oxide Varistor

The BrightKing MOV-14D201K is a metal oxide varistor with a 200V maximum continuous voltage rating, used for AC mains protection in power strips. Its voltage-dependent resistance qualifies it as a variable resistor under tariff item 8533.40.00.

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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8533.29.00Same rate: Free

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