Glass Epoxy Backplane PCB for Storage Arrays from Japan
High-layer backplane PCB with orthogonal connectors on glass-impregnated base for enterprise NAS/SAN storage systems. HTS 8534.00.00.20 for 8+ conductor layers in rigid format supporting SAS/SATA. Enables data center storage scalability.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Press-fit connector specs distinguish backplanes from standard PCBs in rulings
• Declare connector count and pitch for backplane recognition
• Avoid 8471 if populated; strict bare board declaration needed