Vishay P16SM Cermet Trimmer Potentiometer from Japan
A surface-mount cermet trimmer potentiometer for fine-tuning circuits in telecommunications equipment and automotive ECUs. Classified under HTS 8533.40.80.50 due to its cermet track providing excellent wear resistance and long-term stability in variable resistance 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 SMD package dimensions and pinout diagrams to distinguish from through-hole types during customs exam
• Declare power rating and temperature coefficient specs to support variable resistor classification
• Bundle with bill of materials (BOM) showing cermet usage in circuit applications