Varian VKP-7865A X-Band Pulsed Klystron from Mexico
The Varian VKP-7865A is a pulsed klystron oscillator producing 5 MW peak power at 9.3 GHz, used in high-resolution weather radar systems for atmospheric monitoring. Classified under HTS 8540.79.10.00 as a klystron microwave tube, it employs multiple resonant cavities for RF power generation in pulsed applications. Meets chapter criteria for thermionic tubes excluding grid-controlled variants.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Comply with ITAR/EAR export controls for defense-related radar klystrons; provide frequency/power specs in entry docs
• Test for vacuum integrity to prevent classification disputes as defective tubes