Microwave Link TV Transmitter

Microwave transmission equipment linking remote TV camera sites to main studio via line-of-sight signals. Falls under HTS 8525.50.30.40 as other television transmission apparatus.

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.

8517.62.00Lower: 32.5% vs 35%

If used for general telecommunications rather than TV broadcast

Telecom transmission machines fall under 8517 rather than broadcast-specific 8525.

8525Same rate: 35%

If incorporating both transmission and reception apparatus

Apparatus combining transmission and reception capabilities have dedicated subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document microwave frequency band approvals from FCC

Separate transmitter from any included antennas for accurate classification