Sharp AQ-27HD Monochrome High Definition CRT from China
Sharp's advanced 27-inch HD monochrome cathode-ray tube incorporating Super Black coating technology for superior contrast in professional video applications. Classified HTS 8540.12.7000 as high definition monochrome television picture tube meeting Chapter 85 US note specifications. Optimized for 1080i resolution display.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document proprietary coating technologies separately from basic glass/phosphor construction
• Include electron gun type (delta, in-line, etc.) for precise customs description
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