Hand-Held Marine VHF Transceiver from China
Waterproof hand-held VHF radio transceiver for marine use, with DSC (Digital Selective Calling) for distress signaling. Falls under HTS 8525.60.10.30 as hand-held transmission apparatus for radio-broadcasting. Complies with international maritime standards.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain USCG approval documentation for marine safety equipment imports
• Specify channel capabilities (156-162 MHz) in entry documents
• Bundle with accessories carefully to avoid set classification changes