Wireless TV Field Transmitter Unit

Portable transmitter used by field reporters to send live TV video signals back to studio via radio waves. Classified under HTS 8525.50.30.40 as other television transmission apparatus without built-in reception or recording.

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.

8525.60Lower: 10% vs 35%

If incorporating radar or radio navigation transmission

Transmission apparatus for radar or radio navigation systems have separate subheadings.

8517Lower: 10% vs 35%

If for parts of transmission apparatus rather than complete units

Individual parts and accessories of transmission equipment go to 8517.70.

8529.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If classified as TV receiver parts rather than standalone transmitter

Certain TV transmission components may fall under specific TV parts subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include spectrum license documentation for operating frequencies

Label clearly as transmission-only to distinguish from camera/recorder combos

Watch for reclassification if power output exceeds portable limits