Digital Potentiometer MCP41xxx IC from China
Microchip MCP41xxx series I²C digital potentiometer replaces mechanical pots in portable devices. 256/8-bit resolution with wiper memory classifies under HTS 8533.40.80 as other variable resistors despite digital control. Provides volatile/non-volatile options.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include interface protocol (I²C/SPI) and memory type specs
• Document equivalent mechanical resistance range and steps
• Classify as potentiometer ICs, not generic memory ICs