Secondary Emission Multiplier Tube from China
These photocathode tubes amplify electron signals through secondary emission for high-gain television camera applications. They are 'other' cathode-ray tubes under HTS 8540.20.20.80, designed specifically for image converter/intensifier roles.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43.5%
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
• Gain amplification specs (>1000x) critical to avoid photocell classification in 8531
• Military dual-use potential requires end-user certificates even for civilian imports
• Vacuum bake-out certificates prevent 'spent' classification under 8549 definitions