TMD Technologies PTX-52 Travelling Wave Tube
The TMD Technologies PTX-52 Travelling Wave Tube (TWT) is a miniaturized microwave tube used in missile telemetry and drone datalinks, ruggedized for high-g environments. As a TWT, it is classified under tariff item 8540.79.00 as an 'other' microwave tube, excluding grid-controlled tubes. This tube is critical for guided munitions and aerospace communications.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the tube is a magnetron
Magnetrons are classified under 8540.71.00, a subheading for magnetrons within microwave tubes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare the TWT under 8540.79.00 and provide documentation confirming it is not grid-controlled
• For defense-related applications, verify if an export or import permit is required
• Check the CBSA's tariff classification advice for microwave tubes to ensure accurate declaration
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