Sony 15-inch Color CRT Data Display Tube

A 15-inch color cathode-ray tube designed for data/graphic display applications with a phosphor dot screen pitch smaller than 0.4 mm, used in high-resolution computer monitors. This tube falls under HTS 8540.40.10.10 as a color data/graphic display tube meeting the precise phosphor dot screen specification in the tariff description.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3%+35.0%38%
🇲🇽Mexico3%+10.0%13%
🇨🇦Canada3%+10.0%13%
🇩🇪Germany3%+10.0%13%
🇯🇵Japan3%+10.0%13%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8540.11.10Higher: 50% vs 38%

If monochrome instead of color

Monochrome data/graphic display tubes are classified separately under 8540.11, regardless of phosphor pitch

8529.90.29.00Lower: 35% vs 38%

If imported as part of a complete television receiver assembly

Television receiver parts including certain CRT components fall under Chapter 85 subheading 8529.90 for TV-specific parts

8540.91.15Higher: 40.4% vs 38%

If it's a front panel assembly with shadow mask rather than complete tube

Front panel assemblies for color CRTs with phosphor imprinting are specifically classified under 8540.91.15

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify phosphor dot screen pitch measurement documentation to confirm <0.4 mm as required for this subheading

Obtain manufacturer's specification sheet certifying data/graphic display use, not television picture tube application

Check for radiation safety certifications (e.g

FDA standards) required for CRT imports into the US