Variable Capacitor Dielectric Trimmer

Adjustable ceramic or air dielectric trimmers for tuning circuits in radios and transmitters. Parts of variable/adjustable capacitors under HTS 8532.90.00.00 when imported disassembled.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽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.

8532.30.00Same rate: 35%

If complete variable/adjustable capacitors

Fully assembled tuning capacitors with full adjustment mechanism are complete units.

8546.20.00Higher: 38% vs 35%

If generic ceramic electrical insulators

Ceramic pieces without variable capacitance function are basic insulators.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify adjustment range (pF values) and Q-factor to establish variable capacitor function

Document shaft torque specs for preset adjustable classification confirmation

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Capacitor End Cap Assembly

Pre-assembled metal end caps with terminal pins for sealing electrolytic capacitors. HTS 8532.90.00.00 covers these hermetic seal assemblies as essential capacitor parts.

Supercapacitor Separator Membrane

Ultra-thin microporous membranes separating electrodes in electric double-layer capacitors (supercapacitors). HTS 8532.90.00.00 applies as parts of fixed electrical capacitors.