ALPS RK09 Rotary Potentiometer

ALPS RK09 series offers compact rotary potentiometers for consumer audio equipment like amplifiers and mixers. It qualifies for HTS 8533.40.80.70 as other potentiometers, providing variable resistance control distinct from fixed or heating resistors.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8518.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If parts specifically for microphones or loudspeakers

Potentiometers designed exclusively for audio equipment components classify under heading 8518.

8529.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If dedicated to television receivers

Variable resistors for TV chassis fall under specific TV parts provisions.

8543.90.88Same rate: 35%

If surface-mount technology versions

Chip-type potentiometers may classify as electrical machines' parts if integrated circuit-like.

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