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Portable ENG Microwave Transmitter

Electronic News Gathering (ENG) portable microwave transmitter for live remote TV broadcasts. HTS 8525.50.30.40 covers this 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.

8517.69Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If multifunctional LAN/WAN equipment rather than TV-specific

Other telecom apparatus not solely for TV broadcasting goes to 8517.69.

8525Same rate: 37.5%

If meeting high-speed camera transmission specifications

High-speed transmission meeting specific technical criteria moves to 8525.81.

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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

• Battery-powered units need clear power source documentation

• Ensure packaging distinguishes from camera backpacks

• FCC Part 101 licensing required for microwave operations