Thales TH629 Klystron Amplifier from Mexico
A CW pulsed klystron tube operating at X-band frequencies for radar transmitters and scientific accelerators. Falls under HTS 8540.79.2000 as 'other' microwave tubes (klystrons) excluding grid-controlled variants. Provides high power output for military and research applications requiring precise frequency control.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Export license may be required for high-power klystrons (ITAR/EAR); provide frequency/power specs matching subheading
• Ensure no grid-control features per exclusion note
• Common pitfall: misclassification as complete radar under 8526