Radiation-Hardened Camera Tube from Germany
Radiation-hardened photocathode tubes withstand >50k Gy without degradation for space/satellite television cameras. While related to 8525.82, standalone tubes classify under HTS 8540.20.4000 as other television camera tubes. Critical for aerospace imaging.
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%
Import Tips
• Radiation tolerance certification (>50k Gy silicon) mandatory; NASA/DoD end-use statements often required
• Differentiate from digital rad-hard cameras