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8540.20.40.00/Gen 2 Image Intensifier Tube/Germany

Gen 2 Image Intensifier Tube from Germany

Second-generation image intensifier tubes use GaAs photocathodes with microchannel plates for 40k+ gain in military night vision. HTS 8540.20.4000 as image intensifiers/photocathode tubes before assembly. Intermediate tech between Gen1 and Gen3.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
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Import Tips

• Photocathode material (GaAs) and figure-of-merit specs needed; strict ITAR applies

• Complete NV systems classify differently under 9005

Gen 2 Image Intensifier Tube from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8540.20.40.00