Ferrite Bead Core for EMI Suppression from China

Small cylindrical ferrite beads used on cables as common-mode chokes in power converters to suppress electromagnetic interference. Classified under HTS 8504.90.96.30 as ferrite inductor/transformer parts for static converters. Effective at frequencies 1 MHz to 1 GHz.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]

Import Tips

Specify impedance vs. frequency curves in documentation to prove inductive function

Ship in anti-static packaging to prevent damage claims during customs inspection

For clip-on beads, verify they qualify as parts vs. accessories (different treatment)