10GBASE-T Ethernet Network Interface Card from Germany
A low-profile PCIe NIC delivering 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for servers and workstations. Classified in HTS 8471.60.70.00 as an I/O unit designed for physical incorporation into automatic data processing machines, facilitating network input/output. RJ45 ports and VLAN support make it integral to ADP networking.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.5315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (o) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column1 less than 15 percent.
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Provide IEEE 802.3 compliance docs and MTU support details for classification validation
• Emphasize server/workstation form factors over desktop to support ADP incorporation
• Avoid reclassification by excluding optical transceivers that might suggest telecom equipment