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Panasonic Monochrome CRT Tube for Medical Monitor A32MX1 from Japan

A 32 cm faceplate monochrome cathode-ray tube used in medical imaging monitors, featuring precision phosphor imprinting for high-contrast black-and-white displays. Classified under HTS 8540.12.10.00 due to its size (straight line dimension 30-40 cm range) and non-high definition specifications for television/monitor use. It includes shadow mask assembly suitable for electron excitation as per chapter definitions.

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

Include detailed technical specs confirming monochrome phosphor processes and faceplate dimensions to prevent misclassification as color tubes

For medical end-use, prepare FDA documentation but classify based on tube construction under Chapter 85, not end-use

Check for radiation shielding; if present exceeding standard levels, it may require evaluation against radiation-hardened camera notes (though not applicable here)

Panasonic Monochrome CRT Tube for Medical Monitor A32MX1 from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8540.12.10.00