Sony LCD Backlight Inverter Board from China

This inverter board controls the backlight for LCD panels in television receivers and video monitors under headings 8528. It contains power conversion circuitry specifically designed for CCFL or LED backlights in display apparatus. Classified under 8529.90.98.00 as other parts principally used with 8524-8528 apparatus.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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

Verify compatibility certification with specific TV models from headings 8528 to avoid misclassification as general electronic boards

Include detailed technical specs showing sole use with video display apparatus in commercial invoices