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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