DEC VT220 CRT Computer Terminal

Digital Equipment Corporation's VT220 features a 14-inch CRT display with detachable keyboard for ANSI terminal emulation and international character support. It qualifies for HTS 8471.60.1010 as a combined input/output unit with CRT for automatic data processing systems. Widely used in office and server room data processing during the 1980s.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+50.0%50%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+25.0%25%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+25.0%25%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+15.0%15%
🇯🇵JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

8471.50.01Same rate: 50%

If classified as processing units rather than pure I/O

Units with embedded data processing beyond display/input shift to processing machinery headings.

8543.70Lower: 12.6% vs 50%

If imported as electrical machinery assemblies without ADP specificity

General electrical equipment lacking ADP function falls under Chapter 85 other machines.

8471.60Same rate: 50%

If for display units without integrated keyboard input

Separate output-only CRT displays use different statistical suffixes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide user manual excerpts confirming combined I/O functionality to prevent reclassification as separate display

Include CRT high-voltage safety certifications; older units may require updated compliance labels

Declare accurately for vintage status to leverage any temporary duty suspensions for legacy technology

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