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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

13.6%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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)