Digital CATV Set-Top Converter from Japan
A converter box that demodulates digital cable TV signals from coaxial input to HDMI output for home viewing in closed-circuit systems. Classified under HTS 8525.50.30.35 as a converter explicitly designed for cable television applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain FCC ID verification for digital tuners operating in cable TV frequencies
• Declare conditional access module compatibility if equipped, as it affects encryption compliance