Microchannel Plate Image Intensifier from China
A microchannel plate (MCP) image intensifier that amplifies electrons emitted by a photocathode through millions of microscopic channels, enabling superior night vision and low-light imaging. It is classified under tariff item 8540.20.00 as an image intensifier, a type of photo-cathode tube, because it relies on a photocathode to convert light into electrons and then multiplies those electrons for a brighter output.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
Import Tips
• Ensure the product is declared as an image intensifier under 8540.20.00, not as a finished night-vision device, to avoid misclassification
• Have technical documentation showing the photocathode and MCP structure ready for CBSA verification
• Verify whether the item qualifies for duty-free treatment under a free trade agreement by providing a valid certificate of origin