Vishay PTM Series Metal Glaze Trimmer from China
Vishay PTM metal glaze trimmers offer cermet-like performance with superior wear resistance for audio and RF applications. This variable resistor uses metal glaze technology, fitting HTS 8533.40.80.60 for other potentiometers excluding heating types. Ideal for fine-tuning in communication devices.
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
• Submit detailed technical drawings showing metal glaze element and wiper mechanism to prevent reclassification
• For high-volume imports, obtain advance ruling from CBP on potentiometer vs rheostat distinction
• Watch for anti-dumping duties if sourced from specific Asian manufacturers; check Commerce Department lists