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D-sub 9-Pin Male Connector from Germany

Standard DB9 male D-subminiature connector for RS232 serial communications, PCB mount with #20 contacts, rated 5A/1000V. Used in industrial computers, instrumentation, and legacy equipment interfaces. HTS 8536.90.85.85 classification.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

25%

Rate breakdown

9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)

Import Tips

Specify gold/tin plating on contacts and shell material (steel/plastic)

Include RS232 compliance if marketed for data communication

Avoid automotive classification unless vehicle-specific