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1/4 Watt Carbon Composition Resistor 10k Ohm from Japan

A fixed 1/4 watt carbon composition resistor rated at 10k ohms, designed for general electronic circuits where stability under high voltage or pulse loads is required. It falls under HTS 8533.10.00.60 as a fixed carbon composition type resistor, distinguished from film types by its carbon granule-based construction. These are commonly used in vintage audio equipment and high-reliability applications.

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

Provide detailed technical specs including resistance value, tolerance, power rating, and material composition to confirm carbon composition classification

Include supplier test reports verifying non-heating resistor function and compliance with EIA standards like RS-1A for carbon comp resistors

Avoid misclassification as variable resistors; ensure packaging labels specify 'fixed carbon composition' to prevent customs reclassification