Microwave High Voltage Transformer from Japan
Specialized step-up transformer that converts 120V household current to the 2000-4000V needed for magnetron operation in microwaves. Classified in HTS 8516.90.50.00 due to its dedicated design for microwave ovens of subheading 8516.50.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; patented pharmaceutical articles; and semiconductor articles, as provided in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include safety certifications (UL/CSA) and voltage specifications in import docs to demonstrate microwave-specific design
• Declare exact specifications (output voltage/current) to avoid scrutiny as potential X-ray transformer parts