Vishay PT-15 Potentiometer from Japan
Vishay PT-15 is a carbon composition linear potentiometer for industrial control panels and instrumentation. Classified under HTS 8533.40.80.70 as an other variable resistor, it provides manual resistance adjustment excluding heating applications or specific subheading types.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare shaft type (slotted/knurled) and mounting style to distinguish from rheostats under same heading
• Provide wattage ratings; high-power variants risk reclassification if resembling heating elements
• Avoid bundling with wiring harnesses, as sets may shift to parts of machines under 8538