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Vishay PT-15 Precision Potentiometer from Japan

Vishay PT-15 is a 15-turn precision wirewound potentiometer for test equipment and industrial controls, offering 0.1% linearity and stability. Classified under HTS 8533.40.80 as other variable resistors (potentiometers), it provides continuous resistance adjustment via rotating shaft. Excludes heating applications per heading terms.

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

• Document linearity specs and end-stops to distinguish from rheostats under same heading

• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'knobs' - include shaft/wiper assembly proof

• For high-power models, confirm power rating below heating threshold (typically <50W)