</>Build with Tariff Intelligence|Programmatic access to tariff calculations and HS code classification.Explore Developer Resources →
8540.20.40.00/Image Intensifier Photocathode Tube/Mexico

Image Intensifier Photocathode Tube from Mexico

Image intensifier tubes convert low-light photons via photocathode to amplified electrons, creating visible images for night operations. Classified under HTS 8540.20.4000 as 'image intensifiers; other photocathode tubes' per hierarchy. Used in military night vision devices and scientific low-light imaging.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

13.3%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Calculate with your customs valueVerify classification with AI

Import Tips

• Comply with U.S. export control regulations (ITAR/EAR) for military-grade intensifiers; provide gain specifications and photocathode material

• Watch for reclassification if assembled into complete night vision goggles under 9005

Image Intensifier Photocathode Tube from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8540.20.40.00