Communications & Power Industries VZS-1203 Magnetron from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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