Samsung BN59-01301A Color TV Tuner Box

This is a standalone color television reception apparatus that receives digital and analog TV signals and outputs video/audio via HDMI without an incorporated display screen. It falls under HTS 8528.71.40.00 as color reception apparatus for television not designed to incorporate a video display. Primarily used to connect to external monitors or projectors for TV viewing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽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.

8528.71Same rate: 17.5%

If designed for incorporation into video display apparatus

Reclassified if the tuner is specifically engineered to be built into monitors or projectors rather than standalone use.

8525.50.30Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If functioning primarily as transmission apparatus for TV signals

Moves to transmission equipment heading when primary function shifts from reception to signal transmission.

8517.62.00Higher: 32.5% vs 17.5%

If incorporates radio-broadcast receiver functionality primarily

Certain machines combining TV/radio reception without video display may fall under Chapter 85 telecommunications apparatus.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify FCC certification for TV tuners as required for U.S. market entry and include certification documents in shipment paperwork

Label clearly as 'TV reception apparatus without display' to avoid misclassification as complete TV sets

Check for ATSC 3.0 compatibility if marketing as next-gen tuner to ensure compliance with digital TV standards

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