Bourns 3296W Metal Glaze Potentiometer from China
The Bourns 3296W is a precision trimming potentiometer featuring a metal glaze resistive element for high stability and reliability in harsh environments. It is classified under HTS 8533.40.80.60 as a variable resistor (potentiometer) with metal glaze construction, excluding heating applications. Commonly used in industrial control circuits and instrumentation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Import Tips
• Verify metal glaze construction via manufacturer specs to confirm HTS 8533.40.80.60 classification; provide datasheets to customs
• Include RoHS compliance certification as electronics importers often face scrutiny on hazardous substances
• Avoid misclassification as fixed resistors (8533.10) by documenting adjustability; bundle in kits may shift to parts heading