TV Mainboard with T-CON from China
The timing controller (T-CON) mainboard processes video signals and controls the LCD panel display in televisions. Classified under 8529.90.83.00 as other parts of TV apparatus from 8528, excluding enumerated systems like tuners or sync circuits. Essential for LCD/LED TV operation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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]
Import Tips
• Provide OEM part numbers and compatibility lists proving principal use with specific TV models
• Declare exact chipset models (Qualcomm, MediaTek) as CBP may scrutinize for semiconductor content
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain Asian-origin TV mainboards; check Commerce Department listings