Ceramic-Based Thick-Film Hybrid Circuit for Automotive Sensors

This printed circuit board features a ceramic base with thick-film conductive and resistive layers screen-printed and fired for high-temperature applications in automotive sensors. It falls under HTS 8534.00.00.85 due to its ceramic substrate and classification as a printed circuit 'having a ceramic base' for reliable performance in harsh environments. Commonly used in engine management and ABS systems.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8542.32.00Higher: 50% vs 35%

If assembled into complete hybrid integrated circuit with semiconductor dies

Fully assembled hybrid ICs with active semiconductor elements shift to Chapter 85 heading 8542 for integrated circuits.

9032.89.60Higher: 36.7% vs 35%

If when imported as dedicated part of automotive sensor module

Certain ceramic hybrid circuits for specific automatic control instruments may classify under 9032 as parts thereof.

8543.70Lower: 12.6% vs 35%

If for other electrical machines of heading 8543

If primarily functioning as precision resistor network rather than general-purpose printed circuit.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify ceramic base material certification (e.g

alumina 96%) as Customs requires proof it's not organic substrate like FR4

Include test reports showing thick-film firing process to distinguish from etched circuits under 8534 other subheadings

Avoid misclassification as hybrid ICs (8542); provide assembly diagrams showing printed circuit as primary component

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