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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+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+60.0%60%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8517.62.00Lower: 32.5% vs 37.5%

If used for general telecommunications rather than TV broadcast

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

8525Same rate: 37.5%

If incorporating both transmission and reception apparatus

Apparatus combining transmission and reception capabilities have dedicated subheading.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Document microwave frequency band approvals from FCC

• Separate transmitter from any included antennas for accurate classification