Radiation-Hardened Sony FCB-ER8530 Industrial Camera from Germany
This Sony FCB-ER8530 is a radiation-hardened digital camera designed for operation in high-radiation environments, capable of withstanding at least 50 x 10^3 Gy (silicon) total radiation dose without degradation. It incorporates specialized shielding and components for use in nuclear facilities and space applications. Classified under HTS 8525.82 as a radiation-tolerant television/digital camera per subheading note 2.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide manufacturer radiation tolerance test data (TID ≥50k Gy silicon) and shielding specs to prove classification under subheading note 2
• Include end-use statements for nuclear/space applications; avoid retail packaging to prevent misclassification as general cameras