Saab 881301-1 Carcinotron (BWO)

Backward wave oscillator carcinotron for ECM jamming systems covering 8-12 GHz. HTS 8540.79.2000 specifically includes carcinotrons as other microwave tubes. Wideband tunable source for electronic countermeasures.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+35.0%38.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

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8543.70.93.01Lower: 10% vs 38.7%

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Electronic warfare signal generators sometimes in 8543.70

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Import Tips & Compliance

Strict ITAR controls apply to ECM components; prior approval from DDTC essential

Frequency agility specs must match declaration

Patterned as defense article

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