CCTV Balun Line Amplifier

This amplifier converts balanced to unbalanced signals while boosting for long-distance CCTV transmission over twisted-pair wiring in closed-circuit surveillance. Meets HTS 8525.50.30.35 criteria for line amplifiers in closed-circuit television applications.

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.

8525.89.50Same rate: 35%

If other CCTV transmission apparatus

Non-amplifier CCTV transmitters fall under other transmission categories in 8525.

8518.30.20.00Lower: 10% vs 35%

If line connectors without amplification

Passive signal couplers lack amplification function, classified under headphones/microphone lines.

8537.10.91Higher: 52.7% vs 35%

If control panels for security systems

If primarily for building security control rather than TV signal transmission.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include wiring diagrams showing CCTV compatibility in import documentation

Test for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) to meet FCC standards for video equipment

Avoid classifying as general audio amplifier; specify closed-circuit TV use explicitly