DB9 Serial Port Connector from Japan
The DB9 connector is a 9-pin D-subminiature printed circuit connector used for RS-232 serial communications in legacy systems and industrial automation. It is classified in HTS 8536.69.40 for printed circuit connectors operating at low voltages. Essential for PLC interfaces, modems, and embedded systems.
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
• Document as 'printed circuit connector' not 'serial cable' to prevent reclassification
• Provide shell material (steel/plastic) and contact plating details for accurate valuation
• Check for right-angle vs straight variants in inventory declarations