Vishay Spectrol 534 Precision Wirewound Potentiometer 5kΩ 2W from Japan
A servo-mount wirewound potentiometer used in industrial control systems for precise position feedback. Rated at 2W power handling with continuous rotation capability. Falls under HTS 8533.31.00.00 due to wirewound construction and power capacity below 20W.
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 datasheets showing wirewound element and exact power dissipation rating during customs entry
• Label components clearly as 'variable resistors, wirewound, <20W' to avoid scrutiny as heating elements (8516)