Bourns 3296W Series Trimmer Potentiometer
The Bourns 3296W is a precision multiturn cermet trimmer potentiometer used for fine-tuning circuits in audio equipment and instrumentation. It features a 25-turn adjustment with resistance values from 10 ohms to 2 megohms, classified under HTS 8533.40.80 as a variable resistor other than heating types. This falls into 'other' variable resistors including potentiometers per heading 8533.
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This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If non-adjustable after assembly
Fixed resistors without variable taps or wipers classify under the 'fixed' subheading regardless of construction.
If imported as part of complete electronic apparatus
Components permanently incorporated into finished machines may classify with the apparatus under Chapter 85 functional provisions.
If provided as bare integrated circuit with trimmable resistors
Hybrid ICs containing variable resistor functions classify as processors/memory rather than discrete components.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify resistance value and tolerance specs match declaration to avoid reclassification as fixed resistors under 8533.10
• Include technical datasheets showing variable adjustment mechanism for CBP review
• Ensure packaging labels wattage rating (typically under 2W) to confirm non-heating resistor status
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