Programmable LED Panel Controller Board from Japan
A printed circuit board with microcontroller for driving LED matrices in 8531.20 indicator panels, used in industrial warning systems for visual status indication. It qualifies for 8531.90.75.00 as a part integral to those specific signaling panels.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include bill of materials (BOM) showing integration with 8531.20 panel specs during customs entry
• Test for RoHS compliance as electronics parts often face environmental import scrutiny
• Prevent undervaluation penalties by declaring full value of embedded semiconductors