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Electrode Press Assembly for Vacuum Tubes

Hydraulic press for sealing electrodes into glass envelopes of vacuum tubes during assembly. Falls under HTS 8475.90.10.00 as a core part of tube manufacturing machines. Applies controlled pressure for hermetic seals.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8479.89.65Lower: 22.5% vs 37.5%

If presses for semiconductor device fabrication

Processing equipment for semiconductors per chapter notes.

8462Lower: 16.9% vs 37.5%

If general hydraulic presses for metal

Bending/forging presses in metalworking chapter.

9031.80.80Same rate: 37.5%

If with integrated measuring for seal quality

Measuring appliances for pressure testing.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Calibrate pressure specs in declarations; check for dual-use export controls; use prior notice for high-value machinery parts