Murata PVG3A Metal Glaze Potentiometer from Japan
Murata PVG3A series features compact metal glaze elements for surface-mount automotive electronics requiring vibration resistance. Classified in HTS 8533.40.80.60 as other metal glaze variable resistors (potentiometers). Used in ECUs and sensor calibration.
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
• Automotive importers should include AEC-Q200 qualification documents to support classification and tariff treatment
• Ensure packaging labels specify 'variable resistor, metal glaze' to avoid fixed resistor confusion at entry
• For mixed shipments with capacitors/inductors, separate invoicing prevents set classification under 8536