Communications & Power Industries VZS-1203 Magnetron from China
Frequency-agile magnetron for L-band radar applications in weather monitoring and air traffic control. HTS 8540.79.2000 covers this as 'other' microwave tube (magnetron type), excluding grid-controlled tubes. Delivers pulsed high-power microwave generation for long-range detection systems.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Import Tips
• Confirm pulsed vs CW operation in specs for proper radar compatibility declaration
• Magnetrons require radiation safety documentation for transport
• Avoid bulk packaging classification shift to parts of Chapter 85