Fibre Channel HBA Storage Controller from Japan
Host bus adapter card providing Fibre Channel interface for connecting enterprise storage arrays to servers. Classified in HTS 8471.70.60.00 as a storage unit for data processing, not in table/desk cabinet form. Enables high-speed SAN connectivity.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.4315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of Japan as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter.
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
• Submit HBA technical datasheets showing FC protocol and server integration
• Distinguish from network interface cards by emphasizing storage-specific functions