Return Beam Vidicon RBV Tube from Japan
Return Beam Vidicon (RBV) tubes are specialized CRTs used in satellite and aerial television cameras for high-resolution remote sensing imagery. The electron beam returns to scan the target for enhanced signal. Falls under HTS 8540.20.20 as television camera tubes with photocathode technology.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Screen for ITAR/EAR export control applicability due to remote sensing applications
• Provide spectral response curves proving imaging vs display phosphor characteristics
• Declare as 'new/old stock' with manufacturing dates for vintage tech valuation