Gilat Satellite TVRO Receiver

Professional Gilat TVRO (Television Receive Only) terminal for receiving television signals from Ku/C-band satellites in broadcast applications. Used by cable headends and broadcast facilities for satellite downlinks. Classified HTS 8525.50.30.15 as apparatus specifically for satellite-relayed TV reception.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8525.50.30Same rate: 35%

If for non-US standard satellite frequencies

Other satellite reception apparatus if not US domestic satellite service.

8517.62.00Lower: 32.5% vs 35%

If classified as VSAT data terminal with TV capability

Communication apparatus precedence for data primary systems.

8525.89.50Same rate: 35%

If includes digital camera or monitoring functions

Other video recording/reproducing apparatus classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide system integrator declarations confirming TV broadcast end-use

Include ASI/SDI output specifications proving professional TV standards

Document compliance with FCC Part 25 satellite earth station rules

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