Plumbicon Television Camera Tube from Canada
The Plumbicon is a specialized television camera tube using a lead oxide photoconductive target for high-quality broadcast video imaging. It falls under HTS 8540.20.4000 as a television camera tube, distinct from modern digital sensors, featuring photocathode technology for electron conversion. Primarily used in professional studio cameras before CCD dominance.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Verify tube specifications match subheading 8540.20 definitions for television camera tubes; obtain manufacturer's technical datasheets for customs
• Ensure radiation shielding declarations if high-speed variant
• Common pitfall: confusing with digital sensors under 8525